Dare To Be Fearless with Alexa Curtis

Forbes 30 Under 30 Cadana (payroll system) Co-Founder Ameer Shujjah  came to America and started a business that's generated major revenue and press. The world's largest payroll platforms and talent marketplaces use Cadana's APIs to build compliant hiring products in Africa, Asia, and Latin America- but the greater question is how hard is it for immigrant founders to scale and build businesses, an...

Darren Marble is a serial entrepreneur, investor and executive producer of Going Public, a show similar to Shark Tank. We connected on X in April and he has advised me through some highs and lows in business as a young founder. His background (college dropout!) is remarkable, and he and I have some unique thoughts on how to go about cold pitching, landing investors and building a brand on X (Twitt...

Surprise, I started a new company earlier this year. It's called  Chief Swag Officer , and we make custom foam and microphone products for creatives. I've been keeping this a secret for months and I'm finally ready to dive into how this scaled and was created. Shop Chief Swag Officer with a special discount code for fans of the show using the code FEARLESS here ! Connect with Alexa below: THE PERS...

April Uchitel is the former CEO of Violet Grey, a content and commerce company inspired by Hollywood's beauty culture. Prior to joining Violet Grey, April was a founding member and the chief brand officer of the digital shopping destination Spring and the EVP of global sales for Diane von Furstenberg. Now, she is the founder of The Board, a large consulting group that focuses on helping small and...

If you want to know how to scale a million dollar brand through marketing, this episode is for you. Oliver is an entrepreneur, speaker and co-founder of Flight   Story , a 120+ strong global marketing and communication company founded alongside Steven Bartlett (Diary of a CEO). Flight   Story exists to keep brands at the forefront of what's possible - through a range of strategy, content, communic...

Alex grew up in the SF Bay Area where the definition of "hotness" was dictated by "beautiful" people in popular magazines and TV shows. His entire childhood, he felt trapped in his fat body and hated how he looked. That was until he realized what he had been taught his whole life was a lie. Hotness was more than perfect abs and bulging biceps, it was an attitude. And that he had! Alex is also a Pr...

Justin Brooks has spent his career freeing innocent people from prison. With You Might Go to Prison, Even Though You're Innocent , he offers up-close accounts of the cases he has fought, embedding them within a larger landscape of innocence claims and robust research on what we know about the causes of wrongful convictions. Buy You May Go To Prison Even Though You're Innocent here . My biggest pas...

This episode covers trauma, anxiety and depression. Please watch at your own risk. Opening up about the years of trauma my family endured when I was growing up that is the reason I started my blog.  When I was 7-years-old, my dad disappeared. What transpired was 5 years of hell based on two false confessions he signed under duress as an undiagnosed diabetic, who was put through the corrupt justice...

In this episode, we dive deep into the sensational world of Julia Haart from the hit Netflix series "My Unorthodox Life." Join us as we uncover the shocking secrets and jaw-dropping moments that have kept viewers on the edge of their seats. From her dramatic departure from an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community to her meteoric rise in the fashion industry, we explore the highs, lows, and everything in...

In this episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Terry Rice, a renowned serial entrepreneur with a remarkable track record of building and scaling successful businesses.  Terry's entrepreneurial spirit ignited early on, and he has since navigated the challenges and triumphs of the business world with resilience and determination. His ventures have not only achieved financial succe...

In this delicious episode, we sit down with Dana Pollack, the visionary founder of Dana's Bakery. From her beginnings as a photo editor to becoming a celebrated pastry chef and entrepreneur, Dana shares her incredible journey of turning her passion for unique, innovative desserts into a thriving business. Discover the story behind Dana's Bakery's iconic macarons and other delectable creations that...

Get ready for an explosive episode as we sit down with the charismatic Amir Lancaster from the hit reality show "Summer House"! Amir takes us behind the scenes, revealing untold stories and jaw-dropping moments that never made it to air. From fiery feuds to unexpected alliances, he spills the tea on all the drama that keeps viewers hooked. Join us as Amir opens up about his personal journey, the h...

In this exciting episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Griffin Spolansky, the visionary founder behind Mezcla Bars, a trailblazing snack brand that's taking the world by storm!   Join us as we chat with Griffin about his incredible transformation from a college student with a big idea to the CEO of a thriving snack empire. Discover how a dorm room brainstorming session led to the creation...

Ginni Saraswati is the owner and founder of Ginni Media , a podcasting production house providing multiple podcast services in one company. Through Ginni Media, she produces podcasts for Fortune 500 companies and leading brands like Siemens, Conde Nast and AAA, as well as provides tools for thousands of people creating and producing their own shows. As the host of  The Ginni Show , a multi-award-n...

The New Unfiltered is now Dare To Be Fearless With Alexa Curtis! The New Unfiltered is now called Dare To Be Fearless! Why Gen Z Is Getting Hired Faster: Top LinkedIn Strategies Revealed with Elinor Honigstein, VP of Business Development at LinkedIn. In this episode we cover: *What your title should be on LinkedIn *What your CV should include if you're just starting out *How to caption attention f...

Richie Frieman is a #1 Best Selling and Award Winning Author and Illustrator, who St. Martin's Press calls, "A modern day Renaissance man" – an apt description for one of the most diverse and unusual careers in literature, at only 44. With over 10 million podcast downloads in over 200 countries, Frieman's show is ranked as one of the top educational podcasts on iTunes. Based on the success of Mode...

Erica Anderson is Co-Founder and CEO at THE NEW SAVANT. She loves developing businesses that inspire her, especially those that can bring people a sense of ease and joy. Prior to TNS, she worked at the intersection of tech and media. A sought after disruptor, she worked for MTV News (2008), Katie Couric at CBS News (2009), Twitter (2009-15), Google (2016-19) and with tech journalist, Kara Swisher...

Chip Wade is the CEO of USHG, founded by Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer. Known for restaurants like Gramercy Tavern and Union Square Cafe, USHG essentially runs the restaurant world. Chip's background of leaving a small, rural town to make it in the restaurant industry is nothing short of remarkable.  Connect with Alexa below: THE PERSONAL BRAND E-COURSE IS LIVE!  Get it here! Sponsor this show a...

One of my favorite workouts is pvolve, founded by Rachel Katzman.  Rachel Katzman is not just a fitness entrepreneur; she's a disruptor in the industry. Her journey began with a simple yet powerful vision: to create a workout method that transforms bodies while prioritizing functionality, sustainability, and inclusivity. From this vision, pvolve was born, a fitness program designed to empower indi...

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Sherry Jhawar is the co-founder of Blended Strategy Group and Nez Care, an influencer marketing and branding agency. Founded with Allison Statter (Kim K's childhood bestie), Blended Strategy works on tons of activations with brands and celebrities like Gwen Stefani and more. With nearly 15 years of marketing and branding experience, Sherry Jhawar's "obsession" with con­sumer brands, product innova...

Pro AFL player turned banker turned coffee founder, Nicholas Stone is a native of Melbourne Australia who moved to New York City in 2010.  He envisioned Bluestone Lane whilst attending Business School in New York, with the idea of providing a premium coffee experience that can be readily found in Melbourne Australia (but not readily in New York). His story of resilience, consistency and fearlessne...

Penny Brook is a mission-driven Marketing, Experience and C-Suite business leader, in her 25+ year career Penny has spanned globally admired brands such as Clarks Shoes, Philips Electronics and Mulberry. Her decade long career at Canada Goose as CMO saw her take the brand global with growth of 100mln to 1.3bln. Penny was instrumental in establishing Canada Goose's distinctive global brand position...

If you're not a premium subscriber of Stay Fearless or Die Trying, you're missing out on a plethora of networking and career opportunities. Last week, we had on John Hill, Techstars investor and former LinkedIn executive to discuss personal branding and answer questions from members. His insight is valuable and he's also the nicest exec, ever.  Sponsor this show at  https://www.passionfroot.me/ale...