Keep Going

In this conversation, Microskills authors and Doctors Adaira Landry and Resa Lewiss discuss their book and share insights on success, failure, and personal growth. They emphasize the importance of small, actionable skills in achieving bigger ambitions. The book came to them after realizing nearly everyone faced the same challenges when getting started. "We're not taught how to take care of ourselv...

In the heart of Signal Hill, California, a quiet revolution is taking place in the world of electric vehicles (EVs). Spearheaded by twin brothers Nikita Bridan and Iliya Bridan , Oilstainlab is a design consultancy that is pivoting to become a pioneering force of change in the future of mobility. Transitioning from offering design services to some of the biggest original equipment manufacturers (O...

Sami Inkinen , CEO and co-founder of Virta Health , discusses their mission to solve the biggest health epidemic of our generation: type 2 diabetes and obesity. He shares the challenges they faced in convincing the medical community and investors that their approach of reversing these diseases through nutrition was possible. Sami emphasizes the importance of earning credibility by delivering on pr...

In this episode of Startup Show, host John Biggs sat down with Dr. Christoph Guger , the founder and CEO of g.tec medical engineering , a company that has been at the forefront of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) for the past quarter-century.  BCI devices, which translate brain activity into control signals for external devices, have evolved from experimental tools to powerful medical applications...

Jessica Pely , CEO and founder of Loyee , discusses her experience starting a business in Germany and then moving to the US. Loyi is a go-to-market tool that helps companies find their best customers through AI technology. Pely talks about the challenges of raising funds and the importance of having a passion for your business. She also shares advice for entrepreneurs starting out in Germany and e...

In this episode of Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs sat down with FLYR CEO Alex Mans , who has emerged as a pivotal player in transforming an industry deeply entrenched in outdated systems. Which industry is that? The airline industry! The conversation delved into FLYR’s journey under Mans’ leadership, exploring its mission to revolutionize airline infrastructure, the significant challenge...

Natanya Wachtel , founder of the New Solutions Network, discusses the intersection of wellness, technology, and psychedelics. She shares her personal journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue a career that helps people heal. Natanya emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health and expanding the toolset for healing, including the use of psychedelics and other integrative wellness pr...

In this episode of Keep Going Kelly Roddy, CEO of WOWorks , discusses the concept of a platform company in the restaurant industry. WOWorks operates six different restaurant brands and functions as a franchisor, allowing entrepreneurs to start their own businesses using their brands. The focus of their brands is on clean ingredients and healthier food options. Roddy shares the challenges they face...

In this episode of Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs sat down with Nissan Yaron , the CEO of Inpris, the creator of HumAIns . The company, which is working on an advanced integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily technologies, has found particular success in the automotive sector but is now aiming to expand. Initially focused on enhancing car infotainment systems through AI, HumA...

In this episode of Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs sat down with Meghan Joyce , the co-founder and CEO of Duckbill AI . The conversation dove into the tech company’s hybrid approach that combines AI with human oversight to create a personal assistant service that is effective and accessible. This is particularly important as the boundaries between work and personal life are increasingly b...

In this episode of the Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs was joined by CEO Stacey Yudin of NEP Services , a leader in the communications space that is providing nonprofits and other organizations with best-in-class software. Named one to watch by Fast Company, NEP Services has helped clients raise $65 million for their communities and $7 million for the “Help a Hero” crowdfunding campaign....

Jens Petter Wilhelmsen , CEO of Ohdoki , a sex tech company, discusses the challenges and importance of sex tech. He shares the journey of bringing their product, Handy, to market and the ups and downs they faced along the way. Despite the difficulties, they persevered and successfully raised capital. Wilhelmsen emphasizes the need for persistence and a solid business case when approaching investo...

Alex Back, CEO of Couch.com , had a problem. He sold too many couches. In this episode of Keep Going we talk about what happens when you find sudden and overwhelming success and how hard it is to turn down business. Being an entrepreneur requires sacrifices, said Back, but the passion and drive to create something meaningful can outweigh the challenges. Listen in as he shares the troubles he faced...

Want to pitch your company on the Startup Show? Email spencer@gritdaily.com or contact me directly. On this episode of Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs was joined by Tim Kravchunovsky , the CEO and founder of Chirp Wireless , who discussed his company’s innovative approach to Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity. Chirp Wireless is at the forefront of developing a versatile, unified networ...

In this amazing episode, Dr. Neill Epperson discusses the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and creative individuals, including depression, imposter syndrome, and a general sense of inability. She emphasizes the importance of finding one's North Star and aligning one's goals and passions with their chosen path. "I just decided that I just was not going to accept failure," she said. The result? She...

On this episode of Grit Daily Startup Show, I sat down with Vitaly Golomb , the founder of Sofie Labs , who is bringing a fresh perspective to the future of work with his latest venture. Building on his extensive experience in corporate ventures at HP and insights gained from the evolution of chatbots and AI, Golomb has embarked on a mission to redefine customer relationship management (CRM) throu...

Have a great story to tell? Want to be on the show? Email john@biggs.cc with the subject line Keep Going and I’ll schedule you. Thanks! Nic Beique , founder and CEO of Helcim, shares the challenges his company faced in the payments industry and how they overcame them. They initially struggled to find a manufacturing partner and had their hardware supplier acquired by Stripe, leaving them without a...

Want to pitch your company on the Startup Show? Email spencer@gritdaily.com or contact me directly. In this episode of Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs delved into the innovative world of space re-entry vehicles with Justin Fiaschetti , the CEO and co-founder of Inversion . Fiaschetti’s company is pioneering the development of space capsules designed to store cargo in low Earth orbit and d...

Josh Jupiter, founder of Brooklyn Balance and a psychedelic integration coach, discusses his work and personal journey. He explains that psychedelic integration coaching involves guiding individuals through the process of using psychedelics to bring about personal change and growth. Josh shares his own experience of leaving a successful career in the film industry to pursue a more fulfilling and m...

On this episode of the Startup Show, host John Biggs spoke with Matthew Gialich , founder and CEO of AstroForge , a company with an ambitious mission: mining asteroids for precious metals. AstroForge aims to completely change the mining industry by tapping into the vast resources of space, specifically targeting platinum group metals that are essential in various electronic devices and renewable e...

In this episode, I interview Savannah Peterson , an on-air celebrity and presenter, about the importance of being your true self when trying to achieve success. Savannah shares her personal journey of self-discovery and emphasizes the value of celebrating your uniqueness. "The things that make you different are the things that are going to make you memorable,” she says. She discusses the power of...

On this episode of Startup Show, John Biggs sat down with Amrutha Gujjar , the CEO and co-founder of Structured , a revenue intelligence and observability platform. In simple terms, Structured is designed to help businesses understand their sales, marketing, and customer success data to identify high-value customer segments and drive growth. The platform simplifies the process of data analysis, en...

Adam Kahane, director of Reos Partners, shares his experience in helping people transform systems and the importance of learning from failure. He tells a story about a project with Manitoba First Nations in Canada, where he initially made the mistake of assuming he knew best. Through feedback and humility, he was able to change his approach and achieve success. Kahane emphasizes the need for both...

The latest guest on Grit Daily Startup Show is Steve McKinney , the founder of McKinney Consulting , who has carved a niche in the executive search industry from his base in Seoul, South Korea. His firm specializes in finding top-tier executives for multinational companies, including Fortune 100s and SMEs, and is renowned for its tailored approach to executive search, ensuring the best fit for bot...

Samuel Lopez-Barantes, a novelist and musician living in Paris, discusses his perspective on success and failure in the creative world. He highlights the difference between the American and French attitudes towards art and how it is valued. Samuel shares his philosophy on success, which is centered around finishing a project and moving on to the next one. He also talks about his journey as a write...