CEO and founder of Shufflrr
Show notes: <a href='/'>https://www.markgraban.com/mistake87</a>
My guest for Episode #87 of the <a href='http://myfavoritemistakepodcast.com/'>My Favorite Mistake podcast</a> is <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanndra-ontra-7942741/'>AlexAnndra Ontra</a>. As President and co-founder of <a href='https://shufflrr.com/'>Shufflrr</a>, AlexAnndra is blazing a trail in the emerging new discipline of presentation management.
The technology she helped create is already powering the presentation strategies of hundreds of Fortune-level companies, helping them save millions of dollars by transforming humble PowerPoint slides into invaluable business assets. Shufflrr visualizes your company's content so you can find, see, read through, that one great slide or file when you need it.
Alex is also the co-author of the book <a href='https://amzn.to/3eACE15'>Presentation Management: The New Strategy for Enterprise Content</a>.
In today's episode Alex shares her “favorite mistake,” which was borrowing money from her mother to start a tech company. When the great recession hit, she couldn't make the payments, which weighed on her heavily. She couldn’t just quit and move on — she stuck with it and the company is thriving now.
Other topics and questions:
<ul><li>What's it like starting a business with a sibling?</li>
 <li>Mistakes speakers make with presentations?</li>
 <li>Mistakes companies make in managing presentation slides?</li>
</ul>

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CEO and founder of Shufflrr Show notes: https://www.markgraban.com/mistake87 My guest for Episode #87 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is AlexAnndra Ontra. As President and co-founder of Shufflrr, AlexAnndra is blazing a trail in the emerging new discipline of presentation management. The technology she helped create is already powering the presentation strategies of hundreds of Fortune-level companies, helping them save millions of dollars by transforming humble PowerPoint slides into invaluable business assets. Shufflrr visualizes your company's content so you can find, see, read through, that one great slide or file when you need it. Alex is also the co-author of the book Presentation Management: The New Strategy for Enterprise Content. In today's episode Alex shares her “favorite mistake,” which was borrowing money from her mother to start a tech company. When the great recession hit, she couldn't make the payments, which weighed on her heavily. She couldn’t just quit and move on — she stuck with it and the company is thriving now. Other topics and questions: What's it like starting a business with a sibling? Mistakes speakers make with presentations? Mistakes companies make in managing presentation slides? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/favorite-mistake/support

CEO and founder of Shufflrr
Show notes: <a href="/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.markgraban.com/mistake87</a>
My guest for Episode #87 of the <a href="http://myfavoritemistakepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Favorite Mistake podcast</a> is <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanndra-ontra-7942741/" rel="noopener noreferrer">AlexAnndra Ontra</a>. As President and co-founder of <a href="https://shufflrr.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shufflrr</a>, AlexAnndra is blazing a trail in the emerging new discipline of presentation management.
The technology she helped create is already powering the presentation strategies of hundreds of Fortune-level companies, helping them save millions of dollars by transforming humble PowerPoint slides into invaluable business assets. Shufflrr visualizes your company's content so you can find, see, read through, that one great slide or file when you need it.
Alex is also the co-author of the book <a href="https://amzn.to/3eACE15" rel="noopener noreferrer">Presentation Management: The New Strategy for Enterprise Content</a>.
In today's episode Alex shares her “favorite mistake,” which was borrowing money from her mother to start a tech company. When the great recession hit, she couldn't make the payments, which weighed on her heavily. She couldn’t just quit and move on — she stuck with it and the company is thriving now.
Other topics and questions:
<ul><li>What's it like starting a business with a sibling?</li>
 <li>Mistakes speakers make with presentations?</li>
 <li>Mistakes companies make in managing presentation slides?</li>
</ul>

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Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/favorite-mistake/support" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/favorite-mistake/support</a>

A CEO Who Borrowed Money From Mom to Start a Tech Company: AlexAnndra Ontra

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Unlock Leadership Excellence: Tune into “My Favorite Mistake” with Mark GrabanAre you a leader aiming to boost effectiveness, insight, and innovation? Join Mark Graban on ”My Favorite Mistake” (and no, it’s not the Sheryl Crow song), where top business minds, C-suite executives, and industry innovators share their pivotal mistakes and the powerful lessons they’ve learned.The ConceptEmbrace the transformative power of mistakes. Discover how errors can fuel leadership growth and creative problem-solving, turning each misstep into a masterclass in improvement and innovation.The StoriesDive into captivating interviews with international entrepreneurs, tech pioneers, accomplished athletes and entertainers, healthcare leaders, and award-winning authors. Each guest reveals how their significant mistakes shaped their careers and led to groundbreaking insights.The BreadthExplore a wide range of topics, from leadership psychology and organizational culture to process innovation and sustainability. Gain valuable perspectives to navigate the ever-changing business landscape.The ApproachGuided by Mark Graban, an author and seasoned consultant, each episode delves into Lean Management (based on the Toyota Production System) and psychological safety, uncovering strategies for individuals and organizations to learn from their mistakes.Why Subscribe?Engage with Thought-Provoking Dialogues: Challenge conventional wisdom and explore new perspectives.Access Tools and Frameworks: Gain actionable insights for a competitive edge.Discover Innovative Opportunities: Learn how to turn mistakes into catalysts for innovation.Develop Emotional Intelligence and Resilience: Enhance your leadership skills and agile thinking.Transform your approach to leadership and success. Subscribe to “My Favorite Mistake” today and embark on a journey of relentless improvement through the power of learning from mistakes.

Unlock Leadership Excellence: Tune into “My Favorite Mistake” with Mark Graban Are you a leader aiming to boost effectiveness, insight, and innovation? Join Mark Graban on ”My Favorite Mistake” (and no, it’s not the Sheryl Crow song), where top business minds, C-suite executives, and industry innovators share their pivotal mistakes and the powerful lessons they’ve learned. The Concept Embrace the transformative power of mistakes. Discover how errors can fuel leadership growth and creative problem-solving, turning each misstep into a masterclass in improvement and innovation. The Stories Dive into captivating interviews with international entrepreneurs, tech pioneers, accomplished athletes and entertainers, healthcare leaders, and award-winning authors. Each guest reveals how their significant mistakes shaped their careers and led to groundbreaking insights. The Breadth Explore a wide range of topics, from leadership psychology and organizational culture to process innovation and sustainability. Gain valuable perspectives to navigate the ever-changing business landscape. The Approach Guided by Mark Graban, an author and seasoned consultant, each episode delves into Lean Management (based on the Toyota Production System) and psychological safety, uncovering strategies for individuals and organizations to learn from their mistakes. Why Subscribe? Engage with Thought-Provoking Dialogues: Challenge conventional wisdom and explore new perspectives. Access Tools and Frameworks: Gain actionable insights for a competitive edge. Discover Innovative Opportunities: Learn how to turn mistakes into catalysts for innovation. Develop Emotional Intelligence and Resilience: Enhance your leadership skills and agile thinking. Transform your approach to leadership and success. Subscribe to “My Favorite Mistake” today and embark on a journey of relentless improvement through the power of learning from mistakes.

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