Sean Weisbrot
We Live to Build
We Live to Build is the interview series for founders who are serious about building something that lasts. Hosted by serial entrepreneur and angel investor Sean Weisbrot, the show features 300+ raw conversations with 7-9 figure founders and investors, the people who've actually done it and are willing to talk about what it really took. Every episode goes deep on networking, AI, fundraising, and the harsh realities of scaling a company. Subscribe to upgrade how you build. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why You Can't Hire Top Talent (And How to Fix It) 27.10.2022 22:18
Struggling to compete with big companies for A-players? This video reveals Why You Can't Hire Top Talent (And How to Fix It). In a candid conversation, serial entrepreneur Sean Siu and Anna Wong, Co-Founder of Female Entrepreneurs Worldwide, break down the real challenges small businesses face in today's hiring market. Learn the secrets to building an irresistible company culture on a budget , why...
The Secret to Keeping Your Best Employees From Quitting 18.10.2022 40:45
Are you losing A-players and not sure why? The answer might be in the conversations you're not having. This video reveals The Secret to Keeping Your Best Employees From Quitting. From a founder who grew up in a community where people went to "jail, not Yale," Davis Nguyen shares the powerful lessons he learned on his way to the Ivy League and Bain & Company. Learn how to use exit interviews as...
The Secret Epidemic of Executive Loneliness 27.09.2022 40:42
It's the silent struggle many leaders face but never talk about. This interview is a deep dive into The Secret Epidemic of Executive Loneliness. After battling his own depression and losing a friend to suicide, Nick Jonsson made it his mission to create a safe space for leaders . Learn about his journey and the power of peer groups to combat executive loneliness and build a true support system whe...
How I Built an 8-Figure Business with 100% Affiliate Marketing 22.09.2022 47:32
This is the complete playbook for scaling an e-commerce brand to massive success. In this interview, you'll learn How I Built an 8-Figure Business with 100% Affiliate Marketing. Supplement founder Cody Bramlett, who does up to $2M/month in revenue, breaks down his entire system. Learn how to create a high-converting offer, build a network of promoters, and master the metrics of affiliate marketing...
What Happens to Your Bitcoin When You Aren't Alive Anymore? 14.09.2022 43:25
It's the most important question in crypto, but few have a good answer. This interview explores: What Happens to Your Bitcoin When You Aren't Alive Anymore? Kirobo COO Michael Pearl unveils his company's groundbreaking, non-custodial solution for crypto inheritance. Learn how their smart transaction technology allows you to create a decentralized will for your assets, ensuring they safely reach yo...
How to Run a 90-Person Company While Traveling the World 06.09.2022 55:26
Is it really possible to scale a business while living a nomadic lifestyle? This interview shows you How to Run a 90-Person Company While Traveling the World. Digital nomad CEO Michael Alexis shares his decade-long journey of building a 90-person company from countries like China, Australia, and the Canary Islands. Learn the secrets to managing a large remote team, the power of minimalism, and the...
The Clipboard Hack That Can Steal All Your Crypto 30.08.2022 41:44
There is a simple, terrifying threat that can drain your entire crypto wallet in seconds, and you've probably never even considered it. This video reveals The Clipboard Hack That Can Steal All Your Crypto. NFT founder Jason Rosenstein shares the true story of how a malicious Discord link gave a hacker access to a developer's entire clipboard history, allowing them to steal all his crypto. This is...
How to Escape the "Poverty Mindset" That's Holding You Back 02.08.2022 51:46
Are you stuck in a cycle of survival instead of growth? You might be trapped by a self-limiting worldview. This video is a guide on How to Escape the "Poverty Mindset" That's Holding You Back. CEO Glen Bhimani, who grew up poor and broke a 100-year cycle of family poverty, explains how the poverty mindset manifests—from employees turning down an $8,000 raise to a fear of learning new skills. This...
Is Your Codebase a Hoarder's House? A Guide to Technical Debt 27.07.2022 54:17
Does your team constantly use "quick and dirty" fixes just to get things into production? This interview asks the tough question: Is Your Codebase a Hoarder's House? A Guide to Technical Debt. Scrum expert Angela Druckman uses a powerful analogy to explain what technical debt is, how it accumulates over time, and why it silently destroys startups. Learn how to avoid creating a digital "hoarder's h...
How to Raise Millions Without Giving VCs Control of Your Company 19.07.2022 47:50
The dream of venture capital often comes with a nightmare: losing your business. This interview shows you How to Raise Millions Without Giving VCs Control of Your Company. Fundraising expert Cecil Robles breaks down the power of Regulation A equity crowdfunding, a revolutionary way to raise millions directly from your customers and fans. Stop worrying about VCs controlling your board and learn how...
Building the "Super App" That Could Dethrone WhatsApp 12.07.2022 1:06:05
While Western chat apps have grown complacent, a new vision is emerging. This interview is about the bold mission of Building the "Super App" That Could Dethrone WhatsApp. Inspired by China's all-in-one platform WeChat, founder Robby Wade explains his strategy for creating a Western super app that integrates chat with events, payments, and collaborative bookings. This is a look at the future of co...
The Secret to Networking: Stop Chasing, Start Attracting 06.07.2022 49:37
Does networking feel like a constant, exhausting chase? This interview with FEW founder Anna Wong reveals The Secret to Networking: Stop Chasing, Start Attracting. Learn why the most powerful connections are made not by asking, but by building a personal brand and a business so valuable that the right people are naturally attracted to you. Stop knocking on doors and learn the real secret to networ...
Tired of WordPress Plugins Breaking Your Website? 28.06.2022 1:13:06
Have you ever held your breath while updating a WordPress site, praying it doesn't crash? This video is for anyone who is tired of wordPress plugins breaking your website? Webflow expert Uros Mikic explains why the constant fear of broken updates and security holes from WordPress plugins is a sign you need a new platform. Learn about Webflow, the all-in-one solution that eliminates the biggest hea...
Why All Encryption Will Be Obsolete Within 10 Years 22.06.2022 33:54
The digital world is facing a security crisis, and the clock is ticking. This interview with cybersecurity expert Dr. Eduardo Rocha explains Why All Encryption Will Be Obsolete Within 10 Years. Learn how the rise of quantum computing threatens to break every password, secure message, and financial transaction we rely on . This is a critical look at the biggest threat to our digital lives and the r...
How a "Nice" Company Culture Leads to Bad Products 07.06.2022 45:01
Could your team's desire to be "nice" be its biggest weakness? This interview explains How a 'Nice' Company Culture Leads to Bad Products. Design agency CEO Dennis Lenard breaks down how the fear of upsetting people creates groupthink, stifles critical feedback, and results in failure. Learn the secrets to building a company culture that values honesty over harmony and avoids this deadly trap. Che...
How We Faked a Factory to Win a $1.2 Billion Government Contract 01.06.2022 39:21
This is one of the wildest founder stories you will ever hear. It’s the story of How We Faked a Factory to Win a $1.2 Billion Government Contract. With just four days until a government inspection, Omri Shafran had no factory, just a 5,000 sq ft office. From renting a tent and hiring workers off Facebook to pitching his dream in an empty Sam's Club, this is the ultimate story of audacity and landi...
How to Build and Manage a 15-Company Business Empire 24.05.2022 38:56
How do you scale from a single startup to a portfolio of companies? This interview is a masterclass in How to Build and Manage a 15-Company Business Empire. Founder Irakli Litanishvili shares his unique strategy for empowering leaders with equity, his ruthless 3-year rule for shutting down unprofitable ventures, and the management system he uses to oversee his entire business empire. Check out the...
A Man's Guide to Being an Effective Ally at Work 17.05.2022 36:25
Many men want to support their female and marginalized colleagues but are afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing. This interview with Ray Arata is A Man's Guide to Being an Effective Ally at Work. With over 15,000 hours of experience in men's work, Ray provides a clear playbook on how to listen without defensiveness, use your privilege to elevate others, and become a truly effective ally. This...
A 4-Step Playbook for Leading Your Team Through Change 10.05.2022 40:19
Why do so many change initiatives fail? According to top CEO coach Erika Andersen, it's because leaders don't have a plan for the people side of change. This video is A 4-Step Playbook for Leading Your Team Through Change. Learn the four critical levers—Understanding, Priorities, Control, and Support—that will help you guide your employees through the difficult process of transformation . This is...
The 4 Stages of a Startup (From Idea to IPO) 03.05.2022 39:30
How do you take a company from a simple concept to a massive exit? Serial entrepreneur Rom Lakritz (with a $250M exit and $150M IPO) has a simple framework that explains The 4 Stages of a Startup (From Idea to IPO). In this masterclass, he breaks down the goals, obstacles, and the CEO's evolving role in each phase: Idea, Customer Discovery, Customer Validation, and Customer Creation. This is a mus...
A Drug Development Expert Explains the FDA's Psychedelic Trials 28.04.2022 44:26
What does it actually take to get a psychedelic drug approved by the FDA? In this interview, A Drug Development Expert Explains the FDA's Psychedelic Trials. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Linda Strause breaks down the entire "long and arduous" process. Learn about the pre-clinical requirements, the different phases of human testing, and what the FDA looks for before approving a new medicin...
The Tax Secret Every Founder Needs to Know 20.04.2022 36:28
Are you prepared for the tax implications of a successful funding round or exit? This interview with founder Patricia Recarte reveals The Tax Secret Every Founder Needs to Know. Learn the simple holding company structure that can save you a fortune on capital gains taxes, a crucial piece of advice for any founder. We also cover the realities of underestimating timelines and the pros and cons of re...
Is It Irresponsible to Have Kids in a Climate Crisis? 18.04.2022 39:19
What starts as an interview with a clean energy founder quickly turns into a powerful, honest discussion about the future. This episode is a deep dive into the question: Is It Irresponsible to Have Kids in a Climate Crisis? A Debate. The host shares his pessimistic view, while guest Yaron Ben Nun makes the case for fighting for a better future. This is a must-watch conversation for anyone grapplin...
AR is for Productivity, VR is for Fun: The Future of Work 06.04.2022 41:31
What is the metaverse really for? Early Google and OpenSea investor Martin Tobias has a simple but powerful thesis: AR is for Productivity, VR is for Fun: The Future of Work. In this deep dive, he explains why Augmented Reality (AR) will dominate enterprise tasks like troubleshooting, while Virtual Reality (VR) will solve remote culture with social experiences. Discover the use cases for each tech...
Develop your product design system with Sean Weisbrot | WLTB Podcast #91 28.03.2022 13:03
Design Systems are used to create a standardized UI/UX, so setting one up early on will help your company make less mistakes and speed up releasing new versions. 00:00 - Opener 00:56 - Intro 02:39 - What is a Design System 03:35 - Parts of a Design System 09:05 - Prototyping 11:40 - Final Thoughts ✅ Subscribe if you liked this interview: https://youtube.c...
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