Morning Brew

Founder's Journal

Business EN ↓ 637 episodes

Alex Lieberman, the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Morning Brew, gives you an insider’s look into building businesses. Alex explores the founder’s journey, from the painful challenges of 0-to-1 to the powerful frameworks that help you scale to millions in revenue as well as the emotional rollercoaster that is present throughout.

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How to Make Reference Checks Less Terrible 16.12.2020 9:34

Today I propose how companies can actually make reference checks useful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone Is a Project Manager 15.12.2020 7:21

Today I talk about the importance of creating processes that turn employees into project managers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You Are Unoriginal 14.12.2020 6:48

Today I discuss a recent experience that reminded me that our problems are not unique to us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monthly AMA: Startups vs. Big Business, Staying Creative, and Opportunity Cost 11.12.2020 11:44

Today I answer listener questions on the safety of startups, how to stay innovative, and a missed opportunity I'm grateful for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Controversial B Word In Business 10.12.2020 9:38

Today I debate if and when business builders need to invest in brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two Lessons From Our Two-Day Offsite 09.12.2020 12:07

Today I go behind-the-scenes of our company off-site and discuss how businesses should think about prioritization and data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Okay To Not Be Contrarian 08.12.2020 8:06

Today I explain why you should pay attention to the most obvious decisions, and discuss the media channel that I am most bullish on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iterative Repetition and More Business Lessons from Archery 07.12.2020 10:12

Today I reflect on my archery session and discuss the importance of iterative repetition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Stress of Taking Time Off 04.12.2020 8:51

Today I talk about the importance of taking time off, and why it's difficult to unplug as a founder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mental Readjustments During the Business Building Process 03.12.2020 7:48

Today I reflect on the mental readjustments I've had to make while growing Morning Brew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Online Friendships vs. Real Life Friendships 02.12.2020 7:04

Today I discuss how creating and interacting online can lead to strong friendships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Using Repetition to Signal What's Important 01.12.2020 8:20

Today I talk about repetition and why it is a powerful tool in a manager's arsenal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Great Unlock for Creativity and Connection 30.11.2020 7:21

Today I breakdown the benefits I've seen from joining the 30 for 30 writing program, and share why I want to bring the program to the Morning Brew team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 (Unexpected) Things I'm Thankful For 27.11.2020 8:44

Today I highlight 10 things that I'm thankful for (beyond friends, family, and health) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unconventional Ways to Attract Talent 26.11.2020 7:40

Hiring is hard. Today I brainstorm ideas on how we can attract great content creators to Morning Brew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Companies Can Learn From Sneakers Drops 25.11.2020 9:38

Today I discuss surprising and delighting your customers and the art of the product drop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Non-Obvious Benefits of Focusing On Your Best Customers 24.11.2020 10:55

Today I talk about why you should focus on your best customers, and how our ambassador program has provided benefits beyond acquisition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What To Do When You Encounter a Shiny Object 23.11.2020 8:40

Today I discuss how we keep our core values and competencies in mind when evaluating new opportunities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turn Employees Into Influencers 20.11.2020 10:01

Today I discuss why why every company should empower its employees to be creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Shoot Your Shot 19.11.2020 6:25

Today I explain why you should fear regret, not rejection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Non-Marketing Lessons from a Marketing Legend 18.11.2020 10:35

Today I discuss finding your company's purpose, being a part of societal issues, and growing people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Days of Writing 17.11.2020 8:10

I'm joining a 30 day writing challenge. Today I discuss why I joined this challenge and what I plan on writing about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Brewsletter 16.11.2020 9:21

Today I explain what the Brewsletter is and the importance of having internal employee communication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Idea Funnel 13.11.2020 9:00

Today I discuss the funnel for how ideas can be captured, evaluated and executed within an organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Work From Home Setup 12.11.2020 7:16

Today I set up my new work environment and it got me thinking about the tools we use in our work stack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices