Outliers with Daniel Scrivner: Explore the Greatest Innovators, Founders, and Investors

In Episode #98, we explore investing where others aren't looking in early-stage technology. We’re joined by Alex Rubalcava, founder and managing partner at Stage Venture Partners. We cover finding emerging technologies and applications to invest in, investment opportunities in space, and founder mafias. “To me, the three questions that matter when evaluating a management team are, can you ship? Ca...

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In Episode #97, we deconstruct Ben Boyer's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Ben Boyer is Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of R-Zero and Managing Director at Tenaya Capital. We cover investing through market cycles and how to be a great board member. “I don't think you can over-network. I think it is very much a club, and...

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In Episode #96, we explore worm theory, the worm algorithm, and investing in disruptive technology. We’re joined by Eric Markowitz, Head of Research at Worm Capital. We cover being an optimistic and open-minded investor, time horizons and thinking in decades, and constructing a survivable portfolio. “I think we're just optimists. I think that we believe that technology and the culture that we live...

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In Episode #95, we deconstruct Brian Scudamore's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Brian Scudamore is the Founder and CEO of O2E Brands. We cover the power of branding and systematic approaches to business. “My advice, or challenge, to someone who's looking for their integrator, their second in command, their partner, what...

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In Episode #94, we explore UVC, disinfecting physical spaces, and pioneering a 100+ year old technology. We’re joined by Ben Boyer, co-founder and executive chairman of R-Zero. We cover the challenges of selling in healthcare vs. schools, hardware and software development at R-Zero, and utilizing the Internet of Things. “Every single one of our products has a very clear aesthetic that we care abou...

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In Episode #93, we deconstruct Edward Sullivan's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Edward Sullivan is the CEO and Managing Partner of Velocity Coaching. We cover surfing, empathy, and freedom as success. “Anyone who thinks they're perfect is actually hiding a very deep sense of insecurity.” – Edward Sullivan EPISODE GUIDE...

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In Episode #92, we explore how failure can be your key to success. We’re joined byBrian Scudamore, Author & Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK. We cover embracing competition, bouncing back from struggles, and turning down a buyout offer. “A brand is a selection of promises that we make and keep.” – Brian Scudamore EPISODE GUIDE (LINKS, QUOTES, NOTES, AND BOOKS MENTIONED) https://www.danielscrivner.com/not...

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In Episode #91, we deconstruct Alexandra Zatarain's peak performance playbook—from her favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on her life. Alexandra Zatarain is the Co-Founder and VP of Brand and Marketing at Eight Sleep. We cover focusing on the message, sleep routines, and the highs and lows of being a founder. “I think that ultimately the definition [of success] for me is...

In Episode #90, we explore compassionate leadership and helping hyper-growth founders scale. We’re joined by Edward Sullivan, CEO & managing partner of Velocity Coaching. We cover the current state of executive coaching, and how leadership coaching differs from life coaching, constructive vs. deconstructive conflict, and leading with heart. “The reason compassion is so important is that we are all...

In Episode #89, we deconstruct Mike Clare’s peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Mike Clare is the Founder and CEO of Mood Health. We cover the pain points of traditional mental health care and how Mood aims to alleviate them. “In some ways, one of the things that's really frustrating is that mental health has kind of become...

In Episode #88, we explore sleep fitness, sleep technology, and category creation. We’re joined by Alexandra Zatarain, co-founder and VP of brand and marketing of Eight Sleep. We cover the importance of consistent data for innovation, brand vs. category, and Eight Sleep's vision of the future of sleep fitness. “Sleep unlocks life, it unlocks health, it unlocks it longevity. It is the most importan...

In Episode #62, we deconstruct Rachel Sanders’ peak performance playbook—from her favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on her life. Rachel is the CEO and Co-Founder of Rootine. We cover data-driven health, no-call days, and learning to let go as a founder. “Being a founder is hard. There are a lot of high highs and a lot of low lows, and just making sure that you figure ou...

In this Replay Episode, we explore real-time optimization in metabolic health. We’re joined by Josh Clemente, Co-founder of Levels. We cover the basics of ketones and ketosis, how real-time data can help people choose the foods and activities that are healthiest for them, and surprising insights from Levels customer data. “The most important things that I do every day are to take walks after my me...

In Episode #37, we deconstruct Addie Lerner's peak performance playbook—from her favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on her life. Addie is the Founder and Managing Partner of Avid Ventures. We cover investing as a privilege, authenticity, and working with a coach. “I think this whole job is such a privilege. When you zoom out, you get to work with and spend time with the...

In this Replay Episode, we explore Deep Survival: The Incredible Neuroscience of Survival, Who Lives, and Who Dies. We’re joined by Laurence Gonzales, best-selling author. We cover habits during emergencies, practicing for disaster, and safety in the airline industry. “All accidents are the same. You kind of have to put them together from pieces. They don’t just happen. You have to assemble them.”...

In Episode #87, we deconstruct Jessica Schaefer's peak performance playbook—from her favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on her life. Jessica Schaefer is the CEO and Founder of Bevel. We cover learnings from Alan Patricof, the importance of setting boundaries, and how six broken ribs taught Jessica how to just say no. “Before I go into any week, I really study with my exe...

In Episode #86, we explore reinventing mental healthcare, therapy, and solving the access problem. We’re joined by Mike Clare, founder and CEO of Mood Health. We cover how the current mental health care system is broken, the customer experience at Mood Health, and Mood Health’s payment model. “In some ways, one of the things that's really frustrating is that mental health is kind of become this lu...

In Episode #85, we deconstruct Robbie Bent's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Robbie Bent is the CEO and Co-Founder of Othership. We cover failed startups, building trust, and the joy of Teslas. “You're breathing 25,000 times a day. If you stop breathing, in a matter of minutes you'll die. Breath is the atomic unit of wha...