In this episode, I interview ⁠Itamar Novick , an executive, institutional VC, and founder of Recursive Ventures.

We explore how AI drastically lowers the barriers to starting a digital business, discuss the dangers of "thin wrappers", and uncover why vibe coding can accelerate startup development but isn’t a shortcut to billion-dollar exits.

🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCES

If you’re an early-stage founder building exciting AI solutions, connect with Itamar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itamarnovick/

Recursive Ventures: https://www.recursiveventures.com/

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, I interview Saphira Howell, an expert in growth marketing and author of the book Impossibulshit.

We discover that proving yourself wrong is a powerful habit for silencing self-doubt, discuss the importance of taking the first step, and debunk limiting beliefs that hold us back.

🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCES

Saphira's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/saphirahowell/

Impossibulshit: Break the Lies That Keep You Small — and Do What You Believed You Couldn’t

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, I interview Galina Fendikevich, AI expert and Product Manager from San Francisco.

We discuss practical applications of AI tools, the misconceptions surrounding AI's capabilities, and the essential skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven world.

🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCES

Guest Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gfendi
Castmagic: https://get.castmagic.io/galina
CustomGPT: https://customgpt.ai/?fpr=galina
Fireflies: https://app.fireflies.ai/login?referralCode=vwM593D5N1
SuperHuman - https://superhuman.com/refer/1lqrixpk
Arc Browser - https://arc.net/gift/b676625d
Perplexity - https://perplexity.ai/pro?referral_code=MUJV30YL

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, I interview Kat Weaver, a 24-time pitch competition winner, exited founder, and the founder of Power to Pitch.

We discuss mastering the art of the pitch, overcoming mindset blocks, and how telling too many stories can actually ruin your pitch.

🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCES
DM: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatweaver?igsh=Z2dmOHhndmdkbXpp to get a free pitch plan

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, I interview Adam Coelho — former Googler, current workshop facilitator, and entrepreneur. We discuss how envisioning can help you 10x your life, what thinking big really means, and the key insights that led Adam to create his workshop for leaders and tech executives, Ask What's Possible.

🔗 USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCES

Free Envisioning Exercise to think REALLY BIG about you want and what’s possible for your life and work - http://askwhatspossible.com/power
Ask What’s Possible Workshop - https://askwhatspossible.com/
The Mindful FIRE Podcast - www.mindfulfire.org
Adam Coelho on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcoelho/

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, we talk to Sheri Smith, the founder and CEO of the Indigo Project, a social enterprise with the vision of catalyzing a learner-centered education system.

Sheri believes that every person has the intrinsic genius to excel in any field or industry. The secret ingredient for unlocking that potential? Communication skills.

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

What drives someone to dedicate their entire career to supporting educators and advancing education technology?

For Amit Patel, Managing Director at Owl Ventures, it was witnessing firsthand the profound impact high-quality education has on shaping lives and careers.

In this episode, we explore the essential power skills every lifelong learner should have, the role of generative AI in personalized learning, and how kindness pays dividends.

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, we are joined by Eric Olah-Reiken and Jordan Dikoum⁠⁠, the founders of UniTru.

Jordan and Eric share their experiences as Gen Z players in the education industry. We discuss the unspoken everyday challenges of running a business and break down the importance of innovating through authenticity.

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, we are joined by ⁠Ali Winkle, founder and CEO of Just Drive Media to discuss the critical aspects of building a strong company culture and high-performing teams. Ali's company has won numerous "Best Place to Work" awards, and she is here to share her strategy and mindset behind everything that goes into creating and leading a high-performing team.

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills

In this episode, we are joined by Sandy Gibson, the leader of On Base Capital, with impressive expertise in entrepreneurship, startup finance, and investor relationships.

In this conversation, Sandy shares insider insights on venture capital, profit-market fit, and the essential skills needed for running a successful business.

Books recommendations:

The Law of Success

⁠High Output Management

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🎬 Check out my new course "Power Skills For Tech" - https://www.mytechville.com/power-skills