Startup Hustle

Startups and businesses are hard! The statistics say you’re likely to fail. But what if you don’t? What happens if you get that ever-so-coveted exit?  How do you prepare, and what is that like?  Learn more about that when Matt DeCoursey has a conversation with Richard Lau, the founder of Resume.com and now Logo.com.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsor...

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Gregg Moss, Chief Innovation and Engagement Officer talk about how to lead an eCommerce company. Gregg is located in West Minster, which happens to be a hotbed for startup activity as it is positioned between Denver and Boulder, Colorado.    Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Cle...

Melissa Vincent, Executive Director of Pipeline Entrepreneurs, and host Lauren Conaway talk the power of equitable entrepreneurship and how the Pipeline program helps propel startup founders to greater success. This episode is sponsored by, Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/   Find Startup Hustle on Facebook: https:...

The cannabis business is growing (pun intended).  However, those involved struggle mightily when it comes to certain marketing channels.  Why?  It’s because the industry is technically still outlawed on the federal level. The result is many social media and other digital advertising platforms disallow cannabis related ads. In order to get to the bottom of how the industry handles this, Matt DeCour...

Is creativity something that you or your business struggle with?  It might be related to your approach.  That is exactly what Matt DeCoursey discussed with Nir Bashan, the author of The Creator Mindset during this episode of Startup Hustle.   This episode is sponsored by, Tesseract Ventures: tesseractventures.io   Tesseract Ventures helps companies become smarter, better connec...

This episode started as a followup to our Demo Day episode.  Matt DeCoursey sat down for a discussion about Insurance AI Tech Startups with Alan Ringvald, the CEO and co-founder of Relativity6, one of the amazing companies in our Demo Day series.  However, the conversation quickly turned into a discussion of the ups, downs, wins and losses associated with startup life!    ...

For many businesses, inventory is the most valuable asset (other than great employees). That said, many businesses struggle to maintain control of their inventory numbers.  Failure to do this properly can result in catastrophic losses, and the inability to project future needs and/or sales.  All of this is what Matt DeCoursey talks to Conrad Rohleder, CEO and Founder of Clearinity, about...

Host Lauren Conaway and Wendy Guillies, President and CEO of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, talk about the importance of equitable access to entrepreneurship, what awesome programs the Foundation have working to increase accessibility for entrepreneurs across the globe, and what Wendy hopes for the future of entrepreneurs everywhere.   This episode is sponsored by, Tesseract Ventures:...

Everyone has heard about startup accelerators and incubators. So how do you approach finding or getting into them?  Spoiler alert… Google is a great place to start when it comes to finding accelerators.  However, what Matt DeCoursey and Shawn Flynn of the Silicon Valley Podcast discuss is how to approach them, pick the right one as well as some do’s and don’t regarding your applications and interv...

Join Matt and Matt as they discuss the companies recently involved in the LaunchKC, BCP Tech Business Accelerator! Make sure to join us on Thursday, October 1st for a special video presentation as well!   Watch our Demo Day Presentation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1008760086261597   Watch our Demo Day Presentation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMY2laF9vEw &...

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans chats with Daniela Bolzmann, Founder of Mindful Goods Co. They talk about listing optimization, what sets Mindful Good co. apart from a full-service amazon brand accelerator and the importance of passion for your own company.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io Lea...

In this episode, Matt DeCoursey talks with Robyn Sayles. They discuss positioning yourself and your brand as the guide, the difference between sales and sales tactics, and of course the importance of having "Sales" as your last name.   This episode is sponsored by, Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/   Find Star...

Accounting is one of the foundational elements of a successful business, especially when it comes to eCommerce businesses.  That is exactly what Matt DeCoursey discusses with Brittany Brown of Ledger Gurus in Part 2 of this eCommerce Series.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Clearinity. Get to know more about Clearinity here: htt...

Lauren Conaway and Jayne Ellegard, founder and coach with Ellegant Wealth, discuss why women struggle with financial empowerment and how they can take control of their money matters in fun and educational ways. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Find Startup Hustle on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/startuphustlexyz/ Visit Our YouTube Channel https://www.you...

Are you activating your innermost superpowers?  Probably not… It’s ok, most of us aren’t. In order to help, Matt DeCoursey sits down for a conversation with Kelly Radi, and talks about what it takes to get the most out of yourself, your life, and your business.   This episode is sponsored by, Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/   Follow us on Instagram: https://www....

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans talks with Kevin Kwok from J20 Creative. They discuss the current state of eCommerce, how Kevin’s agency approached the events of 2020, the importance of knowing the other side of your business, as well as the importance of standards throughout your startup.    Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Te...

Are you making the most out of your sales opportunities?  Do you need to create more?  Most entrepreneurs and founders say YES to these questions.  In order to help you maximize your sales leads, Matt DeCoursey has an in-depth conversation with Darrell Evans, an industry veteran with a whole lot of experience when it comes to lead generation and sales.   Follow us on Insta...

In the first part of a four-part series, sponsored by Clearinity, Matt DeCoursey and Andrew Morgans discuss the history of the internet, how that drove the rapid growth of eCommerce as well as the many changes and disruption that eCommerce brought in general. Additional subjects include the growth and integration of technology into the everyday existence of both buyers and sellers.   Find Sta...

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway talks with Emily Lecuyer, Managing Director of equity2, about impact investing. Hear about what it is, and why it’s so important as we move forward as a society.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io   Know more about equity2 here: https://www.e2...

Do you want to do something different? Take a road less traveled? If your answer is even maybe, then this episode of Startup Hustle is for you. Matt DeCoursey has a conversation with Kelly Wade, a successful businesswoman who truly decided to do what she wanted and now makes a living encouraging others to do the same.     Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5  ...

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans takes us to Portugal with Jan Hahn, founder, and creator of a farm, simply put. From hitting rock bottom to defining his why, he set out to create a life that fulfilled him. Along the way, he has created a wonderful lifestyle where others come weeks at a time throughout the year to disconnect from the pressures and stresses of our world. You won&rs...

Wanna be a VC, but don't know where to start? Well, you came to the right place. In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey talks with Grace Gong. They talk about what it takes to be a VC, what the best approach is when choosing an investment, and keeping a realistic mindset in your investments.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored b...

The reason we created the Startup Hustle Podcast was to give advice to startups. To help people avoid many of the painful, expensive and time-consuming mistakes that many early-stage companies make.  This is exactly what Matt DeCoursey has a conversation with Ron Shigeta about during this episode. Ron is an entrepreneur, investor, and innovator. He has built multiple companies in the biotech...

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway talks with Emi Valerio, Founder and CEO of She Commands, about how you can achieve alignment with your goals, and realize success through changing your mindset.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io   Know more about She Commands here: https://www.shec...

You’ve heard of AI and machine learning. But what makes machines actually learn? How do you build a learning machine that helps your business? During this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey has a conversation with David Karandish, the CEO and Founder of Capacity, a St. Louis-based, AI driven Help Desk startup. Learn more about the different phases and levels of machine learning and AI...