Student Entrepreneur 101

Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about Hacker Fund: the 501(c)(3) for hackers - a fiscal sponsor that empowers technologists to create social change. Executive Director Justin Brezhnev shares about the importance of mentorship for entrepreneurs, how to raise money for your startup, the importance of organizing community for your startup, and more! Website: https://www.hack...

Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about ShopX: a platform that's onboarding businesses to the Web3 space by creating branded NFTs to help them connect with customers! Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer Eric McHugh shares how brands can use NFTs to connect with their customers, steps you can take as a college student to get started in the web3 space, and more! Website: http...

Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Hussle: the #1 marketplace for student business, helping college students buy and sell services from one another, transforming campus communities into bustling local markets. Co-founders Vishnupriya and Adithya share the inspiration behind Hussle, what it’s like running a business as a college student, the importance of tim...

Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about a practice that you can start today to begin conditioning your mind to visualize your dream life! Being able to see our larger goals with clarity is so important for our WHY as rising entrepreneurs. If you can condition your mind to start to see, feel, and believe that you are capable of having the life of your dreams- then you’ll ge...

Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Gourmais: a better-for-you and globally-inspired snack brand dedicated to bringing everyone amazing flavors. Founder Stephanie Chui shares the inspiration behind Gourmais, her experience with traveling and entrepreneurship, the importance of leading with an open mind as an entrepreneur, and more! You can learn more about Go...

Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about a few practices you can start today to avoid burnout on your entrepreneurial journey. These practices are here to help you change your mindset and ease any feelings of anxiety, stress, or overwhelm you might be facing as you build your business. We all face burnout at some point in our lives. Learn what steps you can take today to pr...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Annie McNutt Event Consultants: a Wedding and Event Planning company dedicated to making their clients' dreams come to life! Founder and Lead Planner Annie McNutt shares the inspiration behind her event consulting business, the importance of being brave enough to invest in yourself as an entrepreneur, and more! You can le...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about the importance of competition and performing a SWOT analysis for your business. I am going to be discussing a different way to look at competition when it comes to launching your own business and how you can keep your competitive edge using the power of a SWOT analysis to help you make smart business decisions.

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Hit of Happiness: a lifestyle and corporate consulting company dedicated to teaching their clients the science behind happiness and providing their community with the tools needed to live their best lives. Founder and CEO Brian Dubow shares the inspiration behind Hit of Happiness, steps you as a student can take today to...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Magic Dates: a snack-food company dedicated to providing better-for-you indulgent treats with date fruits and committed to creating cultural connection through food. Founder and CEO Diana Jarrar shares the inspiration behind Magic Dates, the importance of a manufacturer for your food business, how branding helps you connec...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Ricki Rum: an environmentally-friendly swimwear brand designed to fit and flatter a wide array of body types and is made from sustainable materials such as discarded ocean plastic and fabric scraps. Co-Founder and CEO Lauren Browning shares the inspiration behind Ricki Rum, what production is like for a first time fashion...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Agua Bonita: a ready to drink aguas frescas beverage company that is on a mission to share better-for-you drinks inspired by traditional and bold new flavors! Co-Founder and CEO Kayla Castañeda shares the inspiration behind Agua Bonita, the qualities behind a successful marketing campaign, the importance of pitch competiti...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about the importance of becoming intentional with your language as an entrepreneur. I am going to be discussing ways we can reflect on and improve our internal dialogue and interpersonal communication. Learn how you can empower yourself and inspire others through the power of words!

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind OYA Femtech, a women’s sports apparel company that aims to reduce sportswear related feminine health issues! Founder and CEO Mitch Gilbert shares the inspiration behind OYA Femtech, the importance of research and development and obtaining market feedback when serving your customers, the importance of building a strong supp...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Mindset and Milestones, a social enterprise that creates entrepreneurship curriculum for teachers to empower girls with the skills and mindset they need to pursue the career of their dreams! Founder and CEO  Diondraya Taylor shares the inspiration behind Mindset and Milestones, the importance of an MVP to test market...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind one of the best figures in entrepreneurship: John Lee Dumas! John Lee Dumas is the founder and host of the award winning podcast, Entrepreneurs On Fire. With over 100 million listens of his 3000+ episodes, JLD has turned Entrepreneurs On Fire into a media empire that generates over a million listens every month and 7-figur...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind YoBe, a vegan, protein yogurt company! Founder and CEO Hawkins Golden shares the inspiration behind this yogurt, the importance of being open to temporary failure in order to keep improving your product, what it's like to navigate the different processes and regulations in the food industry and other valuable advice for al...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Popl, the #1 Digital Business Card platform for teams and individuals! Co-Founder and CEO Jason Alvarez-Cohen shares the inspiration behind this digital business card platform, Popl’s experience in Y-Combinator, what it’s like being listed as a Forbes 30 under 30 company and other valuable advice for all you rising studen...

Hello rising entrepreneur! Tune into this episode to learn 3 techniques from James Clear’s award-winning book: Atomic Habits! I will help unpack three strategies that James Clear outlines in the book that you can use today in order to unlock the power of your habits and reach your productivity and wellness goals as a rising entrepreneur! Find an infographic for the 3 strategies on the instagram @s...

Hello rising entrepreneur! Tune in to hear insights on the importance of understanding your ideal customer in the startup world. Also listen for guidance on how to truly understand who your ideal customer is! I will be sharing some guiding questions and some examples of how to identify who your ideal customer is and how this can help direct your marketing strategy! This is a video podcast and you...

Tune in to this episode to learn more about the entrepreneurial journey behind Aura Tea and Coffee, a vegan and sugar-free boba tea startup that aims to promote health, self-love and wellness! Co-Founder Kashish Juneja shares the inspiration behind this boba tea brand, her mission, what it was like balancing zoom classes and the launch of her business and other valuable advice for all you rising s...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn one of the best lessons from Napoleon Hill’s book Think and Grow Rich . Today I will be talking about MONEY and how you can start improving your relationship with money as an entrepreneur. I will be sharing a powerful exercise from the book that you can start implementing in your own entrepreneurial journey today that will help you achie...

Tune in to this episode to learn about the entrepreneurial journey behind SmartBooks AR, an augmented reality education startup that pairs their augmented reality app with educational textbooks. Founder Simone Jensen shares the inspiration behind this creative learning tool, what it’s like being a startup in the tech industry and other valuable advice for all you rising student entrepreneurs out t...

Hello rising entrepreneurs! In this episode you will learn how to use the Ikigai exercise to map out your purpose and WHY as a rising entrepreneur. This guided workshop will walk you through the steps to understanding the value that you have to offer the entrepreneurial world. Tune in for a journey of self-discovery that has the potential to accelerate your path to becoming a successful entreprene...

Tune in to this episode to learn about the entrepreneurial journey behind Odd Flower Creations, a slow fashion brand that handcrafts accessories for your hair, ears and home! Odd Flower Creations Founder Amber Sackett is a graduate student at UCLA and shares the inspiration behind this environmentally conscious brand, what it’s like balancing graduate school with her business and valuable advice f...