Disrupt & Innovate

By Lisa Levy

Are you a business owner who’s falling behind the competition, feeling anxious about unforeseeable disruptions, or having trouble hiring and keeping the best employees? If so, Disrupt & Innovate p... more

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The podcast currently has 157 episodes available.

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August 13, 2024DI 86 Eliminating Tech Debt to Empower Businesses 💪
Lisa Levy sits down for an inspiring chat with tech trailblazer Christian Hammer. From early entrepreneurial pursuits to leading iconic companies, Christian's career has been a tapestry of innovation and resilience. Tune in to hear his story and learn how Vala AI is using natural language processing to eliminate tech debt and empower businesses.

Key Takeaways:
Christian's entrepreneurial journey from origami sales to founding multiple startups
Importance of diverse perspectives and critical feedback for innovation
Eliminating nodes in the development process to minimize loss of fidelity
Technical debt accumulation and the increasing complexity of software systems
Future-proofing by making systems discoverable and preserving institutional knowledge

Through an engaging dialogue, Lisa and Christian explored the evolution of software development and the opportunities ahead. By removing complexity and empowering users, Vala AI is simplifying systems so businesses can truly drive value for customers. Christian's relentless pursuit of positive change will continue revolutionizing the tech industry. Join Lisa next time for another thought-provoking conversation!

#disruption #innovation #entrepreneurship #softwaredevelopment #AI

Learn More: https://vala-ai.com

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32min
August 06, 2024DI 85 Whole Human Leadership: Prioritizing People and Purpose 🤝
Victoria Pelletier shares invaluable insights from her remarkable career journey. From her first leadership role at 14 to becoming a CEO at 41, she discusses the importance of following your passion and building diverse, inclusive teams. Tune in to hear Victoria's powerful story and lessons on resilience, work-life integration, and leaving a positive legacy.

💪 Key Takeaways:
Hire for potential, not just job descriptions
Strategic intentionality is key for DEI and career development
Compromise and trade-offs allow for work-life integration
Authentic, whole human leadership prioritizes people and purpose
Resilience comes from overcoming adversity and supporting others

Victoria Pelletier is a trailblazing leader making an impact through her speaking, writing, and business ventures. This conversation provides invaluable insights for any leader striving to build an inclusive culture and leave a positive legacy.

Learn More: https://victoria-pelletier.com/

#leadership #resilience #wholehumanleadership

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27min
July 30, 2024DI 84 Harness the Power of Pricing: Experiments that Lead to Predictable Profits
Lisa sits down for an enlightening conversation with pricing expert Per Sjofors. Per shares insights from 15+ years helping clients disrupt traditional pricing models through data-driven
experiments. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for driving unprecedented
growth through small pricing tweaks.

Key Takeaways:
The importance of 1% changes to costs, sales, or pricing
Developing a science-based pricing research method
Expectation bias and how price impacts perceived value
Assigning value and the role of magical thinking
Case studies of pricing experiments leading to 5x-15x growth

Whether you sell products or services, Per provides an achievable framework for testing pricing
assumptions. As Lisa says, embracing small, ongoing changes is the foundation
for sustainable growth. Don't miss this chance to learn from a true pricing
innovator!

Follow Per on LinkedIn: (16) Per Sjofors | LinkedIn

Check out his book The Price Whisperer

Join Lisa next time for more disruptive discussions!
#pricing #growth #experiments

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32min
July 23, 2024DI 83: How to Own Your Niche with Podcasting with Tom Fox 🎙️
Lisa Levy sits down for an enlightening conversation with podcasting powerhouse Tom Fox. Tom shares how he built the #1 podcast network in compliance from the ground up.

🤓 Key Takeaways:
Use podcasting as a natural extension of your other marketing efforts
Repurpose each episode into multiple forms of evergreen content
Focus on engagement over downloads with a multi-platform approach
Start small with a consistent cadence and deliver on your brand promise
Own your niche by being the go-to source of information in your industry

🙌Thank you to Tom for sharing his invaluable insights on how business owners can leverage the power of audio. Whether you're just getting started or growing an empire, podcasting is a tool waiting to be unlocked. Tune in next time for more disruptive conversations! #podcasting #thoughtleadership

Learn More: http://compliancepodcastnetwork.net

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29min
July 16, 2024DI 82: Embracing Your Authentic Self: A Female Founder's Perspective in a Male-Dominated Industry with Lindsey Epperly 👩‍💼
Join Lisa Levy as she interviews travel industry leader Lindsey Epperly. Lindsey shares her inspiring journey from solo agent to CEO, navigating challenges and acquiring success. Learn how she turned obstacles into opportunities and embraced her authentic self as a female founder.
Key Takeaways:
Lindsey's journey from accidental career start to founding and growing Jet Set World Travel 🛫
Innovating the travel advisor role and solving problems through each evolution 🔧
Navigating the pandemic, burnout, and exponential growth through strategic decisions 📈
Acquiring another company and the message it sent as a female founder 🤝
Embracing emotions in business and leveraging negative experiences for growth 💪
Lindsey discusses future goals of amplifying her story and providing thought leadership. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and pouring into other entrepreneurs. Lisa thanks Lindsey for her insights and reminds listeners to join next time for more disruptive conversations. 🎤
Learn More: https://www.lindseyepperly.com/who-made-you-the-boss

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29min
July 09, 2024DI 81: Prioritizing People Over Profit for Long-Term Success with Dr. Bruno Cignacco 🤑
Welcome to another insightful episode where we explore how to run a business with heart. Today I'm joined by renowned consultant Dr. Bruno Cignacco to discuss his book "The Art of Compassionate Business" and why prioritizing relationships is key to long-term success. Bruno shares lessons from decades of advising global companies on building cultures of trust and care.

Key Takeaways:
The importance of measuring both quantitative and qualitative performance
Building empathy and compassion especially benefited companies during the pandemic
Trust is foundational to creating a loving workplace that boosts retention and innovation
Generosity and serving real customer needs leads to loyalty, advocacy and growth

As Bruno emphasizes, when we give to our people and customers with care and respect, we tap into a spirit of reciprocity that nourishes all relationships. I hope these insights inspire you to bring more heart to your business!
How to Reach Bruno:
https://brunocignacco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bruno-roque-cignacco-sfhea-0609317/

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20min
July 02, 2024DI 80: An Ethical Approach to Algorithmic Innovation with Noah Healy
Get ready for an insightful conversation exploring the intersection of innovation, ethics and positive impact. Our guest today is Noah Healy, founder of COORDISC and mastermind behind CDM - groundbreaking technology promising to revolutionize commodity markets. Noah will share his journey learning computational mathematics and driving change through quality work. 🤓
Key Takeaways:
The importance of depth of knowledge over generalism
Automating jobs to lift society rather than remove jobs
Turing machines connect creativity and innovation through computation
Markets have changed - new approaches are needed
Noah offers a vision for the future where wealth and well-being are doubled through cooperation not competition. This thought-provoking discussion challenges us to reconsider services and taxation systems. Thank you for joining the conversation - let's work to build a more just, abundant and compassionate world. 🤝

Reach Noah:
https://coordisc.com/.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-healy/[email protected]
Podcast: The Fourth Age 🎙
#innovation #AIethics #positivetechnology #taxreform #healthcare

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28min
June 25, 2024DI 79: The Power of Physical: Optimizing Digital Journeys with Tangible Touchpoints with Mark Stern
📦 Welcome to another episode of Disrupt & Innovate! Today Lisa sits down with serial entrepreneur Mark Stern, founder and CEO of Custom Box Agency. With a background in strategy consulting and an MBA from Duke, Mark shares how he scratched the entrepreneurial itch to build CBA, an agency focused on optimizing customer journeys through physical and digital touchpoints.
Key Takeaways:
Niche down to one clear focus to make it easy for others to help you succeed
Understand the end goal and work backwards to design clear customer journeys
Leading vs supporting - help your team specialize in their roles over time
Pivoting fully to one business allows for greater growth
Mark provides invaluable lessons from his entrepreneurial journey. While the path isn't always clear, focusing on the customer experience through all senses can disrupt industries. Thank you for listening! Tune in next time for more disruptors innovating to make an impact.
Learn More: customboxagency.com

#DisruptAndInnovate #CustomerExperience #Entrepreneurship #CustomBoxAgency

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22min
June 18, 2024DI 78: 🏠 Disrupting the Housing Industry to Scale Affordability with Mike Kaeding
Lisa Levy sits down with visionary real estate developer Mike Kaeding to discuss his mission to revolutionize the residential construction industry. Through determination and out-of-the-box thinking, Mike is finding new ways to build high-quality housing faster and cheaper. Tune in to hear how Mike is disrupting traditional practices to increase affordability and accessibility.
Key Takeaways:
Bringing all trades under one roof for efficiency and quality control
Applying lean manufacturing principles like assembly lines to construction
Investing in top talent through competitive benefits and unlimited PTO
Scaling operations through process innovation to impact entire markets
Transparent culture focused on feedback, improvement and high performance
Narrative Conclusion:
Mike's innovative approach proves that disruption is possible even in rigid industries. By rethinking norms and optimizing every step of development, his company Norhart is on track to transform the housing landscape. Join the movement to make the dream of homeownership a reality for all.

Mike Kaeding Socials:
Website: norhart.com
Podcast: zerotounicorn
LinkedIn: @mikekaeding
Instagram: @mikaeding
#HousingForAll #ConstructionInnovation #AffordableHousing

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27min
June 11, 2024DI 77:🧠 Innovation from the Inside Out: The Power of Intrapreneurship with RJ Grimshaw
Today we explore how to drive innovation from within your organization. Our guest RJ Grimshaw shares how fostering an intrapreneur mindset unleashes creativity and empowers employees. Learn his strategies for building a culture where ideas flourish and people feel empowered to make an impact.
🔥Key Takeaways:
Innovation is a process, not an event
Intrapreneurs are the drivers of change within a company
Communication and transparency are critical for new ideas to emerge
Job descriptions should evolve along with employees' growth
Embrace different generations and perspectives through reverse mentoring
RJ shares his vision for the future of work - one defined by adaptability, learning and a focus on people above all else. When we create the right environment, innovation and growth will follow. Join us next time for more disruptive conversations!

Find Out More:
www.linkedin.com/in/rjgrimshaw
Twitter @RJGrimshaw
www.rjgrimshaw.com

#Intrapreneurship, #InnovationCulture, #FutureOfWork, #PeopleFirst

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31min

FAQs about Disrupt & Innovate:

How many episodes does Disrupt & Innovate have?

The podcast currently has 157 episodes available.