Startup Heroes

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Meet Hudson Brock, founder of AlloHire, a boutique tech recruiting agency with an allocentric (having one's interest and attention centered on others) approach to talent acquisition. In this episode we hear Hudson's story of starting AlloHire, advice on business and leadership, as well as dive into some of what makes Chattanooga great. https://www.allohire.com/ https://www.instagram.com/allo.hire/...

In this episode Michael and Nate sit down to discuss Personal Branding. Does everyone need to build a personal brand? Who is it especially helpful for? What are some of the best mindsets and practices for building one?

Nate, Michael, and Chris from the HiveThink team each break down a book that developed their business mindset, one that set them on their path, and one that they return to for tactical tips. For a list of the books mentioned in this episode, click the link below: https://becaffcoffee.com/blogs

Have you been to or heard of Mothman Festival? Well, Greater Chattanooga is going to have their own cryptid festival centered around the local legend of Ole Green Eyes, himself, and the people putting it on are our very own Nate Tucker and Dillan Whisenant. Learn more about the Green Eyes Festival as Chris and Michael interview Nate and Dillan all about it.

In this episode of our Zero to Hero series, we delve into the art of "Managing Crisis Moments As Leaders." Join us as we explore the essential skills and strategies that leaders need to navigate and effectively handle challenging situations. Learn from real-life examples on how to turn crisis moments into opportunities for growth and leadership development.

Dive into HiveThink's follow-up podcast episode about persisting with your goals through life and business challenges. We share tips for maintaining focus and resilience. Perfect for those committed to long-term success.

Kick off 2024 with HiveThink's latest podcast episode on effective goal setting! We explore various successful strategies and discuss common pitfalls and overcoming them. Ideal for anyone aiming for a productive year ahead.

Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the crucial aspects of feedback and its impact on business success. This episode takes you behind the scenes of our new monthly community-building event, Coffee Break. We discuss our reaction to how it went as well as how trusted feedback helped us evolve and tailor our events to better serve the people we want to serve. Get ready for an engagi...

In honor of the soft launch of HiveThink's Monthly Coffee Break event, we recorded a special episode of Zero to Hero where the HiveThink team breaks down what their new event is, what community means to them, what they learned about the term "networking" from talking to a special focus group, and why what they learned from the focus group resulted in changing their event name from Gig City Network...

Join us in this episode of Startup Heroes as we sit down with Jon Cable, the visionary founder of Anderson Gutter & Tree, and Jonathan Campbell, the Social Media Manager driving their online presence. Jon shares the fun story behind the company's name and imparts wisdom from over two decades in the industry. We delve into the crucial role of social media with insights from Jonathan, exploring...

In this episode we explore the explosion of popularity of brunch. Why do people love brunch? Why is it awesome for the businesses? How can we all learn to capitalize on some of the underlying benefits of brunch even if you're not a food business.

In this episode, we sit down with Isaiah Williams of Omni Home Services. Isaiah shares valuable lessons on hiring, emphasizing the importance of fostering a positive team dynamic. He delves into the power of empathy in creating a successful work environment and discusses his Why. He's one of the nicest people you'll ever meet, and has an empathetic mind and strategic vision for the future. This is...

In this episode of Zero to Hero, we'll be covering the role of AI and automation in business. What's the good? The bad? The optimistic? And the potentially scary? We'll explore this both from the macro point of view as well as through some of our own experiences in local businesses. Buckle up and put on your forward-thinking cap for this episode of Zero to Hero!

Join us for a captivating episode as we unravel the mysteries behind why some businesses soar while others falter. Exploring the turbulent COVID-19 era, we'll dissect the factors that led to success or failure. We'll also touch on some local businesses updates about places that are transforming or closing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the ever-evolving world of business....

In this episode of Zero to Hero: Lean Canvas Edition, we dive into the world of entrepreneurship and explore the powerful concepts of "Start With Why" and Forecasting. Simon Sinek's book, "Start with Why," has inspired countless entrepreneurs to focus on their purpose and values when building their businesses. We'll be discussing how to apply these ideas to your own entrepreneurial journey and how...

In this episode of Zero to Hero: Lean Canvas Edition, we're talking about maximizing profits and maximizing success. We'll be discussing the concept of your "Unfair Advantage" and how to leverage it to its full potential. Every business has something that sets it apart from the rest - your "Unfair Advantage". It's what makes your business unique and sets you apart from the competition. And in this...

In this episode of Zero to Hero, we talk with Jessica Cowan, founder and owner of The Pottery Place, about building community through the power of hospitality. Jessica shares her journey from starting as a small business owner to growing her business and creating a space where people can come together and create connections. Our guest talks about the importance of providing unreasonable hospitalit...

"In this episode of Zero to Hero: Lean Canvas Edition, we're talking about getting down to the numbers and understanding the financial side of your business. We'll be discussing the importance of Cost Structures and how to use them to drive success. Cost Structures are a fundamental aspect of running a successful business, and in this video, we'll show you how to use them to your advantage. Whethe...

In this episode of Startup Heroes, we sit down with the founder and executive director of Be the Change Youth Initiative, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth, building community, and advocating for mental health. Our guest shares their personal journey and how it led to the creation of the organization, as well as the impact their work has had on young people and communities. T...

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In this episode of Startup Heroes, we sit down with Jessica Cowan, founder and owner of The Pottery Place, to discuss her experience building up leaders in her business. Our guest shares her journey from starting as a small business owner to growing her business and creating a space where people can come together and create connections through pottery painting. Jessica talks about the importance o...