Summary
In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley, Jeff Amerine, and Harrison Kitson have a conversation with the co-founder of Deep Wealth, Jeffrey Feldberg. Jeffrey’s journey began in a modest attic with a small e-learning startup in 1996 and has evolved into a masterclass in business exits.
Despite facing initial challenges, Jeffrey's company gained remarkable traction, leading to a substantial seven-figure buyout offer from a Fortune 10 company. Unyielding in his vision, Jeffrey declined the offer, choosing instead to immerse himself in the intricacies of business exits. Within a mere twenty-four months, his perseverance paid off, as he successfully orchestrated a nine-figure deal for his company.
Deep Wealth was born from this success. Jeffrey realized that exiting a business requires a unique set of skills distinct from those needed to grow or start one. His frustration with costly, inexperienced advisors propelled him to refine his strategies and develop an industry-agnostic, nine-step system for business exits. This framework is designed to guide entrepreneurs through the complex exit process, catering to diverse industries and age groups.
Beyond financial gain, Jeffrey emphasizes the importance of rewarding key team members and fostering a culture of gratitude and generosity within organizations. His belief in the transformative potential of successful business exits extends to broader societal impacts; he envisions a "virtuous cycle" where the wealth generated from exits is reinvested into the community, sparking further innovation and economic growth.
Deep Wealth stands as a beacon for entrepreneurs seeking to navigate their exits strategically and successfully. With Jeffrey Feldberg’s expert guidance, entrepreneurs can not only achieve their financial goals but also contribute to the enrichment of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(01:08) About Deep Wealth
(10:17) Advice on Receiving All Stock Offers
(13:33) Diving Into Deep Wealth’s Nine-Step System
(22:51) How Entrepreneurs Help Solve Problems
(29:42) Advice to Younger Self
(32:17) Closing Question
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In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Jeff Amerine, Daniel Koonce, and Harrison Kitson sit down with Bryan Fittin, founder and CEO of Go Rogue Studio, to explore the story of his transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship.
Initiating his career within the corporate confines of Walmart’s vendor community, Bryan always harbored a passion for content creation. This passion ultimately gave birth to Go Rogue, a podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs transitioning from corporate settings. But his ambitions didn't stop there; inspired by Jeff Amerine's sage advice on product-market fit, Bryan courageously ventured into the entrepreneurial realm, launching Go Rogue Studios in 2019.
The pandemic turned out to be a pivotal moment for Bryan's video marketing business. As remote content production surged in demand, Go Rogue Studio, already adept at video podcasting, found itself ahead of the curve. Through Go Rogue Studio, Bryan and his team offer comprehensive content creation services, from video production to thought leadership, focusing on simplifying the process and enabling businesses to connect authentically with their audiences.
In this episode, Bryan emphasizes the importance of genuine human connection through content, the value of an abundance mindset in entrepreneurship, and overcoming personal barriers to success. Tune in to learn from Bryan’s inspiring entrepreneurial journey and discover actionable insights for your own business endeavors!
Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(01:18) Bryan’s Backstory
(08:20) About Go Rogue and Its Services
(11:00) Strategies for Being on Camera
(14:45) What Inspired Bryan’s Marketing Workshops
(19:57) Renting Go Rogue’s Studio
(23:11) Advice to Younger Self
(25:15) Closing Question
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En este episodio, Robert comparte su inspiradora trayectoria marcada por su fe, su familia y su pasión por el emprendimiento. Con una carrera diversa y un profundo compromiso con la comunidad latina, ofrece valiosos consejos sobre liderazgo, tendencias en negocios y lecciones aprendidas trabajando con emprendedores. Una conversación llena de inspiración y estrategias para crecer.
Show Notes
(00:05) Welcome & introduction.
(00:53) Who is Robert McGrew?
(02:14) What inspired you?
(06:39) A change in perspective.
(08:15) Getting started.
(12:04) Top 40.
(12:55) On my own.
(19:11) Looking ahead.
(22:30) What’s in a name.
(27:24) Biggest challenge.
(31:15) Serving others.
(32:45) Leadership.
(36:40) Lessons learned.
(39:15) Back to the past.
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In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Jeff Amerine, Daniel Koonce, and Harrison Kitson are joined by co-founders, Joshua Hedeby and Moner Attwa, of Opportunity Hound by GovBidAI where Joshua serves as the CFO and Moner is the CEO. GovBidAI is an innovative platform designed to streamline the complex landscape of government contracts for small to mid-sized businesses and is revolutionizing the way these companies navigate the government sector.
GovBidAI’s mission is to demystify government contracts and make it easier for smaller businesses to access a market where thirty percent of federal spending is allocated to them. Joshua and Moner share their professional backgrounds in public accounting and finance, leading to their passion for supporting smaller enterprises in the government contracting space.
Additionally, GovBidAI provides a suite of tools, including the aptly named "AP Deep Dive" report and a proprietary search function that delves into government contract solicitations down to the document level. This innovation helps businesses quickly discern whether an opportunity is worth pursuing, saving time and valuable resources.
Throughout the episode, the conversation highlights the affordability of GovBidAI's services and the company’s future plans. It even teases upcoming features and vertical expansions, aimed at further simplifying government contracting. Listen today!
Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(01:46) GovBidAI’s Elevator Pitch
(02:53) Joshua’s and Moner’s Roles and Backgrounds
(06:19) The Problem GovBidAI is Solving
(13:42) GovBidAI’s Pricing Tiers
(19:35) How GovBidAI is Staying Above the Curve
(21:58) Advice to Younger Selves
(24:52) Closing Question
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Opportunity Hound by GovBidAI
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In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley, Daniel Koonce, and Harrison Kitson sit down with Nathan Rosenberg, founder and CEO of Farmblox. Founded from Nathan's dual expertise in farming and robotics, Farmblox is pioneering automation solutions designed specifically for the agricultural sector. Initially conceptualized as a project to grow crops inside forty-foot shipping containers, Farmblox has since pivoted to enhance and support existing farms. Today, it’s involved with over seventy farms across the U.S., focused on specialty crops like maple syrup farms, vineyards, and orchards.
Nathan explains that Farmblox operates akin to "Zapier for physical stuff on farms," enabling farmers to automate processes such as irrigation based on soil moisture and weather data. Through its innovative platform, Farmblox connects various sensors and devices, providing real-time data and alerts that can be monitored and managed from a farmer’s smartphone. This effectively saves farmers up to seventy-five percent of their time—a precious commodity in the world of agriculture.
The conversation also touched on the challenges and skepticism farmers face when adopting new technologies, with Nathan emphasizing the importance of demonstrating tangible benefits and simplifying technological integrations to meet farmers' unique needs without disrupting their traditional practices. Nathan's vision for Farmblox extends to reducing water usage by fifty percent in some of the most water-intensive agricultural areas in the U.S., and eventually expanding into European markets. The episode closes with Nathan sharing his entrepreneurial journey and the importance of timely investment and growth decisions. Tune in today!
Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(01:30) Nathan’s Backstory
(03:46) About Farmblox and Its Solutions
(05:40) The Gap Between Entrepreneurship and Farming
(07:01) Convincing Farmers to Utilize Automation
(9:31) Farmblox’s Strategy for Agriculture in the South
(13:38) Farmblox’s Future Plans
(16:23) What Winning Looks Like to Farmblox
(18:01) Farmblox’s Ideal Customer
(18:48) Farmblox’s Partnerships
(22:06) Foreseeing the Next Leap in Farming Technology
(23:25) Advice to Younger Self
(24:54) Closing Question
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