Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | One Hot Take: Marketing Mastery | Episode 60 with Doug Zarkin

🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!  Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 🦄

🔥 We're back with another 'One Hot Take!' This time we're unlocking brand love with insights from top CMO Doug Zarkin 💼✨

🎧 In this episode, Josh introduces Doug Zarkin, the former CMO of Pearl Vision and Victoria's Secret Pink. Doug shares his experience in transforming businesses into powerhouse brands. He discusses his book, 'Moving Your Brand Out of the Friend Zone,' and delves into the importance of emotional connection in brand loyalty, the misuse of data, and common misconceptions in entrepreneurship. With insightful analogies from sports and invaluable tips on leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT, Doug offers a modern guide to refining your business strategy and strengthening your brand. 🎯

To connect with Doug, visit: https://www.dougzarkin.com/   Find his book on Amazon and Kindle!

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:35 Hot Takes Episode Introduction 01:04 Meet Doug Zarkin: Marketing Elite 01:51 Doug's Book: Moving Your Brand Out of the Friend Zone 06:05 The Importance of Data in Marketing 11:02 Emotional Decisions in Marketing 17:59 Leadership and Team Building Insights 23:32 Doug's Thoughts on AI and ChatGPT 26:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | One Hot Take: Leading Yourself to Success With Visionary Leadership Tips | Episode 59 with Dr. Kevin Mays

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/5TQWq6S95GQ 

🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!  Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 🦄

🚀 Ready for another "One Hot Take?" This time, learn how your company's soul starts with you!

Join Josh as he sits down with Dr. Kevin Mays, a recovering psychologist, about leadership and self-mastery. Dr. Mays emphasizes the importance of leading yourself before leading others, introducing his upcoming book ‘Lead Yourself First’ and the ‘Vision Mastery Playbook’. Through engaging conversation, they discuss the significance of understanding your own psychology and the importance of creating a positive company culture, using examples like the theme park Gatorland to illustrate effective leadership. 

👉 Tune in for actionable tips and thought-provoking perspectives on personal and professional growth!

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:57 Meet Dr. Kevin Mays: Leadership Insights 02:26 The Psychology of Leadership 08:29 Creating a Vision for Leadership 11:26 The Human Element in Organizations 13:18 Building a Company with Soul 19:38 Vision Mastery Playbook 22:54 Conclusion and Call to Action

To connect with Dr. Mays: https://maysleadership.com/  

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success with Business Coaching! | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 58 with Business Coach and Trainer Tayler Foutz 

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 

💼 Today, Josh Pies dives deep into the importance of having a business coach for every entrepreneur. Joined by his own coach, Tayler Foutz from Take Form, they discuss the benefits of coaching, the pitfalls of the industry, and Tayler's own journey from medicine to top-tier business coaching. Learn how directional clarity can guide your entrepreneurial path and why it's essential to find the right coach to unlock your potential. 🚀

💡 Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that's sure to bring value to your entrepreneurial journey! 

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:43 The Importance of Having a Business Coach 03:55 Tayler Foutz's Background and Journey 06:23 Working with Gary Keller and Real Estate Coaching 11:10 The Philosophy of Coaching and Personal Development 18:46 Entrepreneurship: Lifestyle vs. Scaling 21:16 Defining Wealth and Freedom 22:10 Seasons of Entrepreneurship 22:36 Moving to Spain: A New Chapter 23:15 New Business Ventures 23:46 Balancing Work and Family 24:29 Goal Setting and Directional Clarity 31:36 The Role of a Business Coach 32:50 Questions to Ask a Potential Business Coach 37:45 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

To connect with Tayler: https://www.instagram.com/taylerfoutzofficial/ https://www.takeformdevelopment.com/ 

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The AI Episode: A Chat With Ada Grace | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 57

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/LvBq8Bp7OjY 

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 

🎙️ Well, this is an episode like no other!  In this unique installment, Josh introduces Ada Grace, an AI bot from ChatGPT, and dives deep into how AI can help entrepreneurs and startups boost productivity and creativity. From leveraging AI for brainstorming sessions to creating business plans and marketing strategies, learn how technology can be your secret weapon. Plus, Josh shares his personal pivot story behind the podcast's name and some fun tidbits about his love for Diet Coke and more! Don't miss out! 🌟 Discover how AI can supercharge your business! 🚀

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Film Financing Secrets: From No-Budget Films to Indie Success | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 56 with Neal Dhand

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one.

In this insightful episode, Josh sits down with filmmaker Neal Dhand to explore the gritty, resourceful journey of making it in the indie film world. Neil shares his experiences from self-financing his first features to finding investors for his latest project, 'Dark My Light', now available on Amazon and Apple. The conversation dives into the reality of film financing, overcoming rejection, and the importance of building a solid team. Ideal for aspiring filmmakers and anyone curious about the business side of the film industry, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical advice. 

To connect with Neal:

https://www.nealdhand.com/ 

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00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns

00:54 Meet Neal Dhand: Filmmaker Extraordinaire

02:08 ‘Dark My Light:’ A Journey to Release

03:04 Navigating Film Distribution

03:54 Festival Circuit Success

06:48 The Story Behind ‘Dark My Light’

10:13 The Indie Filmmaking Grind

26:09 From Second Story Man to Crooked and Narrow

33:55 The Importance of Pre-Production

35:09 Financing Indie Films

35:29 Reflecting on Past Projects

36:07 Community and Connections

36:48 The Lighthouse Project

38:27 Pitching to Investors

39:58 Unexpected Opportunities

44:30 The Rollercoaster of Filmmaking

47:27 Securing Financing for Dark My Light

51:35 Building a Strong Team

01:07:26 Future Projects and Final Thoughts

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Leveraging Military Leadership In Business | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 55 with Sean Richards

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/8evgz9-dudM  

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 

🚀 In this insightful episode, Josh sits down with Sean Richards, owner of Tier-1 Pro Inspections, and Vice President of the BNI group. Discover how Sean transitioned from a 20-year military career, including special operations, to building a thriving home inspection business. Learn about the parallels between military leadership and entrepreneurial success, the power of networking, and the importance of strategic planning. Packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories, this episode is a must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs and veterans alike. 🤝🎙️

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:42 Meet Sean Richards: Military to Business Transition 01:32 The Birth of Tier One Pro Inspections 02:40 Military Skills in Business 04:19 Challenges and Successes in the Inspection Industry 16:32 Networking and Business Growth 30:29 Client and Inspector Training 30:49 Military Training Insights 31:27 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 35:16 Automation and Technology in Business 35:44 Trust and Delegation in Leadership 38:37 Learning from Failure 43:57 Entrepreneurial Journey and Work-Life Balance 48:36 Future Plans and Mentorship 53:54 Real Estate and Property Management 56:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

To connect with Sean and Tier-1 Pro Inspections: https://tier1proinspections.com/ 

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One Hot Take: Beyond the Hustle Culture in Entrepreneurship | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 54 with Phil Neil

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/5EBmqtJ5Wcc 

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️ Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 

👉 Here is One Hot Take: Challenging the idea of "hustle culture." 

In this episode of Bootstrapped Unicorns, Josh welcomes Phil Neil, a serial entrepreneur, to discuss the realities of hustling, managing business failures, and balancing family life. Phil shares his journey from building a $70 million business to facing significant setbacks and discovering valuable insights about entrepreneurial intuition and self-compassion. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation and learn how to navigate the chaotic world of entrepreneurship while maintaining personal well-being and strong family bonds. Don't miss it! 🚀✨

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:42 One Hot Take Episode Introduction 02:19 Meet Phil Neil: Entrepreneurial Journey 04:15 The Root Cause of Entrepreneurial Failure 06:06 The Impact of Hustle Culture 13:46 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Family 20:59 Phil Neil's Entrepreneurial Insights 22:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

To connect with Phil: https://philneil.com/

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One Hot Take on Purpose and Connections | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 53 with Laura Patac

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/-5JZWZ_j_08

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️ Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 

Are you ready for "One Hot Take?" Join Josh in this episode as he welcomes author and corporate leader Laura Patac of Empower Quest. Together, they discuss the importance of understanding your personal story, finding your purpose, and fostering meaningful relationships. Laura shares valuable insights from her book 'Stories with a Purpose' and offers transformative "hot takes" that challenge conventional thinking. A must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone looking to turn chaos into cash flow! 💡🔥 And don't forget to get yourself a copy of 'Stories with a Purpose: Your Story Has a Purpose Too!'

To connect with Laura: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/laura-g-patac

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Investing in Relationships and Meaningful Connections: The Key to Thriving as an Entrepreneur | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 52 with David Lundquist

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/7w0SqP4wX8Q 

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️ Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 

 In this episode, Josh explores the art of intentional living and meaningful connections with his good friend David Lundquist 🙌. We explore how being a connector and focusing on relationships can create a thriving business environment 🌱. From the importance of heart-to-heart hugs to the etymology of entrepreneurship 📚, this episode is packed with insights that will transform how you invest your most valuable commodity—time ⏳. Plus, David shares his fascinating experiences as a facilitator in the defense industry, offering unique perspectives on extracting valuable information and making people visible 🌟. 

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00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 00:55 Meet David Lundquist: An Entrepreneurial Mindset 02:21 The Story of a Divine Meeting 04:43 The Art of Intentional Living 09:28 Green Flags in People: Building Positive Relationships 15:06 David's Career in Data Extraction and Defense 23:58 Exploring the Value in the Unexpected 24:13 The Art and Science of Facilitation 25:07 Building Relationships in Entrepreneurship 26:07 Lessons from a Salesman Father 26:46 Making Invisible People Visible 27:57 The Power of Personal Connections 31:39 Balancing Profit and Relationships 36:55 The Etymology of 'Entrepreneur' 40:30 The Commodity of Time and Attention 47:27 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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An Entrepreneurship Podcast Collaboration | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 51 with Belinda Kirkegard

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/KAa2QYOZRI4

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one.

Join Josh and Belinda Ortiz Kirkegard from the National Entrepreneur Center as they mash up their podcasts for a special co-show! 🎙️ Discover the behind-the-scenes details of entrepreneurship support in Central Florida, the making of personalized crafts, and the evolution of video podcasting. This episode dives into the importance of collaboration, community, and innovative thinking in building successful businesses. Tune in for inspiring stories, practical advice, and even a fun craft project! 🛠️✨

Find the NEC-Suites Podcast:  ⁨@NationalEC⁩  

To connect with Belinda: NEC: https://www.nationalec.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaokirkegard

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns 01:05 Meet the Guest: Belinda Kirkegard from the National Entrepreneur Center 02:30 Crafting with Belinda: Personalizing Pyrex Containers 09:05 Josh's Journey: From Child Actor to Video Podcaster 10:24 The Impact of the Pandemic on Business 15:19 The Role of the National Entrepreneur Center 19:58 Economic Development and Community Growth 31:17 Navigating International Trade and Tariffs 34:50 Future Plans for the NEC 38:21 The Accelerator Experience 39:22 Creative Village Ecosystem 40:12 Applying Armor Etching 40:50 Local Eateries and Community 42:36 SunRail and Regional Connectivity 45:33 Staying Current with Marketing Trends 50:18 Entrepreneurial Ecosystem 57:22 Personal Business Journey 01:02:38 Career Path and Community Impact 01:10:50 Upcoming Events and Collaboration

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