Prodcircle with Mudassir Mustafa

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Episode 14:  

This was the first CPG related podcast and we had the pleasure of hosting Glenn of Red Chocolate. In this episode we talked about finding the purpose behind the starting a company, how to build a team that lasts tougher times, what does profitability means, and so much more.  

Glenn Gardone has over 30 years’ experience in the Consumer-Packaged Goods industry through a diverse mix of roles that have led him to be the entrepreneur he finds himself being at this point in his career. He has worked at 4 of the top CPG companies in the world in various positions such as sales, marketing, and finance. His work has made him an award-winning entrepreneur with successful brands on retail shelves throughout the United States. 

Glenn's goal is to spread his entrepreneurial knowledge so that as many people as possible can thrive in their passion! He has been financially rewarded in return over the past few years, but most importantly, Glenn has been able to travel the world and spread his message in the hope of inspiring others.

Enjoy :) 


🔗 CONNECT WITH GLENN 

💻 Website - https://www.red-chocolate.com
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenngardone/
 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/REDChocolette


🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/


📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcasts/

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Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

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Episode 13:  

In this episode of Prodcircle, we talked everything about entrepreneurship. How to build a team, how to raise funds, build a company, mistakes founder make and a lot more. 

Oscar A Jofre Co-founder, President, and CEO of KoreCon X. Oscar Jofre is a globally-recognized top-10 thought leader in equity crowdfunding and the Current co-founder of KoreConX, an all-in-one platform for private capital markets. He is also recognized as a top-10 fintech & blockchain influencer and a top-50 InsureTech influencer. 

As a sought-after speaker, Oscar is known for his innovative ideas and cutting insights into equity crowdfunding, blockchain, FinTech, compliance, shareholder management, alternative finance, and RegTech. Oscar also founded The BabelFish Corp, a SaaS-based multilingual translation portal, where he led a team of more than 135 individuals to provide multilingual solutions to 7,600 contractors worldwide. In 2012, he was awarded the Vision Businessman of the Year by the Toronto Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Enjoy :) 


🔗 CONNECT WITH OSCAR 

💻 Website - https://korechain.io/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscarjofre/
 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/korechain


🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/


📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcasts/

🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 

You can also Tweet @prodcirclehq with any feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the lessons you've learned from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏

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🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

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Episode 12:  

In this episode of Prodcircle, we delve deeper into the world of brand building. Chase Friedman, who is a founder of Vanquish media has a vision to help companies 'Profit with Purpose'. We talked about the Golden Circle of Why, why most companies suck at marketing, the reason behind buying from bigger brands and a lot more.

Chase believe in the inherent ability of all businesses and organizations to profit with purpose. As the Founder of Vanquish Media Group, his purpose is guiding brands to unlock their greatest potential for growth and impact in the lives of their customers, communities, and the world. With over 1,500 branded content assets produced, 500 Million cumulative views, and +$45MM generated in client revenue and donations, there is proof that you can do good AND do well.

Overall, this episode was a deep dive into the world of marketing and psychology. Enjoy :) 


🔗 CONNECT WITH CHASE 

💻 Website - https://vanquishmediagroup.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-friedman


🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/


📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcasts/

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Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Episode 11:  

In this episode of Prodcircle, we delve deeper into the psychology of building a great founding team and startups. We also discussed what is a co-founder fit and why it's so important to find the right team member for your startup early on. Stephen was kind enough to share all the amazing tools they use to find the right team member. 

Stephen is the Managing Director of ETC Consult and Distributed Training. Stephen grew up in two family businesses - as well as starting a few of his own.  Having bought both family businesses from his parents and growing them internationally, Stephen learned a lot about successful succession planning - as well as making some mistakes along the way...

Stephen is involved in different industries including leadership development; career guidance; succession planning; career skills and psychometric selection as well as international education and training.

He has delivered keynotes and workshops; moderated panel discussions; taught at leadership academies and acted as the MC for a range of international events across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceana - on the topics of entrepreneurship; leadership; succession planning and more. 

Stephen is a succession planning coach; strategy facilitator; team development coach; leadership coach and personality profiler.

Stephen spent many years fine-tuning his own "why" or core purpose to help him get more clarity around what he wants to do with his life. All of his projects, businesses, and programs feed into his core purpose "To help people Aspire to a better future and Empower them to get there".

Overall, this episode was packed with valuable insights and practical tools used in psychometric evaluation. If you want to know how to build a killer team that builds great businesses, this episode is for you. Enjoy :) 


🔗 CONNECT WITH STEPHEN 

💻 Website - https://etcconsult.com
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenshortt/


🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/


📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcasts/

🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 

You can also Tweet @prodcirclehq with any feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the lessons you've learned from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏

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🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Episode 10:  

In this episode of Prodcircle, we dive deep into the concept of how to manage your money. Bryan is an experienced wealth management consultant for the top 1% around the globe but he has seen a lot of people making the same mistake when it comes to investment. 

Bryan M. Kuderna is a Certified Financial Planner™ and the founder of Kuderna Financial Team. Named one of New Jersey’s Top 10 Financial Professionals of 2021 by NJBiz, he also hosts a popular finance and business podcast—The Kuderna Podcast. He is a regular contributor to CNBC, Newsmax, Yahoo Finance, AARP, and other media. 

His first book, Millennial Millionaire (2016), launched Kuderna as a national speaker at colleges, hospitals, corporations, and financial institutions and paved the way for his new book, WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH MY MONEY? Economic Insights to Build Wealth Amid Chaos (McGraw Hill, 02/07/2023). Bryan has a Master of Science in Financial Services from The American College and a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from The College of New Jersey. 

Overall, this episode was packed with valuable insights and practical advice for young entrepreneurs like us. It reminded us of the power of stories, the importance of creating exceptional content, and the potential impact of personal branding. Enjoy :) 


🔗 CONNECT WITH BRYAN 

💻 Website - https://www.kudernafinancial.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-kuderna-a3848316/
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/BKuderna

🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED
What should I do with my money - https://www.amazon.com/What-Should-Do-My-Money/dp/1264857934/ref=sr_1_2?
Millennial Millionaire: A Guide to Become a Millionaire by 30 - https://www.amazon.com/Millennial-Millionaire-Guide-Become-30-ebook/dp/B01EM671SQ/ref=sr_1_3?

📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcasts/

🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 

You can also Tweet @prodcirclehq with any feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the lessons you've learned from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏

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🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Episode 9: 

In this episode of Prodcircle, we dive deep into the power of finding purpose in life, optimizing for fulfillment, and building a business around your life, not the other way around.

This week it was a special collaboration episode with the founder of  @NextLevelUniversity Kevin Pamieri, who with his co-host, runs the Next Level University podcast. They are among the finest podcasters on the planet when it comes to self-improvement.  

Kevin and I talked about life in general, how he nearly committed suicide, when he hit rock bottom and how he bounced back, and a whole lot more. 
Enjoy :) 


🔗 CONNECT WITH Kevin  

💻 Website - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090634475273
🎙️ Apple podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-level-university/id1221110027?mt=2
📸 - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/

🔗 CONNECT WITH ALAN
📸 - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/e
 

🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcast-2/

🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 

You can also Tweet @prodcirclehq with any feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the lessons you've learned from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏

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Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Episode 8:  

In this episode of Prodcircle, we dive deep into the power of storytelling, creating exceptional content, and the importance of personal branding with the founder of Goodman Lantern, Raj Goodman Anand. 

Raj Goodman Anand, founder of Goodman Lantern, a content marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses grow by leveraging the power of content creation. With a background in engineering, Raj has founded three startups, raised capital, and taken one venture from inception to acquisition. His experience spans not only startups but also large and mid-sized organizations. He has also won BusinessWeek's Europe's Young Entrepreneur (2007) and has been named one of Revolution Magazine's 50 Most Influential People in Digital (2009). Raj is also passionate about promoting gender equality and women's economic empowerment, with more than 80% of Goodman Lantern's team being women.

A few top moments that really resonated with me were when we discussed "storytelling, worthless ideas and the power of execution." We explored how stories have the ability to inspire and motivate us, and how they play a crucial role in the success of epic tales. As young entrepreneurs, it's important for us to hear stories that can guide us on our journey and help us avoid the misconception of nonstop work. 

Throughout the episode, we also explored various chapters, covering topics such as the future of computational power, the importance of execution in cloning businesses, financial focus for founders, empowerment and mission-driven work, gender equality, and skill-based pay. Each chapter provided valuable insights and perspectives that can help us navigate the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship.

Lastly, we dived into the power of personal branding and how great stories shape successful leaders. While some leaders prefer to focus on the brand of their company, we discussed how personal branding, when done correctly, can make a real impact. Building a personal brand requires a great story that resonates with our audience, and it's no easy task. We also touched on the art of great storytelling and what it entails.

Overall, this episode was packed with valuable insights and practical advice for young entrepreneurs like us. It reminded us of the power of stories, the importance of creating exceptional content, and the potential impact of personal branding. Enjoy :) 


📕 CHAPTERS 
00:00 - Question For The Next Guest: What Ai Capabilities Would You Have?
03:23 - From Confusion to Success: Power of Marketing & Profitable Software Company
07:10 - Evolution of Marketing: Press Releases to Online Promotions
08:20 - Controversy: Is Building a Clone Product Worth It? Insights from Raj on Uber's Success
15:10 - Unveiling Financial Secrets: Understanding Numbers for Business Growth
18:42 - Creating Value & Improving Lives: Power of Building Something Truly Valuable
22:14 - Empowering Change: Mission-Driven Company Breaking Gender Barriers
24:14 - Unleashing Power of Women in Content Marketing: Fresh Perspective for High-Tech Companies
26:54 - Breaking Barriers: Rise of Women Leaders in Technology
29:27 - Unveiling Power of Content Marketing: Essence & Impact on Company Vision
33:45: Personal branding can make a real impact but requires a great story
38:13: Stories inspire and break the myth of nonstop work for young entrepreneurs
41:10: Short form content is valuable for educating and empowering B2B customers
42:23: Great content is created by adding real value and unique perspectives.


🔗 CONNECT WITH RAJ 

💻 Website - https://goodmanl

Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Episode 7:  

In this episode of Prodcircle, Richard Phu shares some insightful moments and key ideas that can help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of business. One of the top moments discussed is the importance of tailoring your approach and not giving up easily. Richard emphasizes that laziness in tailoring your strategies can hinder your success and lead to early abandonment. He expresses his excitement about the potential of AI and how it can benefit more people.

Another significant moment involves a client who becomes overwhelmed during a conversation. Richard highlights the importance of effective communication and understanding. He shares how he helped the client by offering assistance and addressing the misunderstanding. This moment emphasizes the value of empathy and support in client relationships.

The episode also delves into the concept of customer journey and the need to understand each stage of the process. Richard explains that businesses should define the entire customer journey and identify areas that can be automated. This approach allows for a more streamlined and efficient customer experience.

Testing hypotheses and learning from mistakes is another key idea discussed in the episode. Richard emphasizes the importance of testing assumptions and understanding how situations arise. By asking the right questions and avoiding blame, entrepreneurs can gain valuable insights and improve their decision-making process.

Richard also touches on the balance between tactical and strategic responsibilities in business. He suggests that entrepreneurs should seek team members who understand the business acumen and can translate strategy into execution. This highlights the significance of finding individuals who can contribute to both the tactical and strategic aspects of a business.

Lastly, the episode explores the struggle of translating big ideas into action. Richard discusses how some entrepreneurs struggle to communicate their vision effectively, leading to confusion and frustration among team members. He emphasizes the importance of breaking down the vision into actionable steps and ensuring clear communication.

Overall, this episode of Prodcircle provides valuable insights and practical advice for entrepreneurs. Richard Phu's experiences and perspectives shed light on various aspects of business, from tailoring strategies to understanding the customer journey and translating big ideas into action. Enjoy :)


📕 CHAPTERS
00:00 - Hypothetical pivot to coaching for remote team leadership
02:42 - Importance of creating flexibility and freedom in business
07:17 - Onboarding customers in a jungle context
11:15 - Helping startups and solopreneurs scale by freeing up time from back office tasks
14:49 - Simplifying product pricing for efficient delivery
20:16 - Explanation of Approach A and its acceptance
23:25 - The need for control in business owners and coaching for the next phase
27:59 - Confusion over fluffiness
34:31 - Assuming the best in people and understanding their intentions
39:03 - Importance of communication with clients.

🔗 CONNECT WITH RICHARD 

💻 Website - https://outsourcingangel.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-phu/

🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED
T Harv. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tharv

Connect with Mudassir

🎥 YouTube Channel - @prodcircleHQ
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

Episode 6:  

In this episode of Prodcircle with Mudassir Mustafa, I had the opportunity to sit and chat with an amazing fintech entrepreneur from New York, Andres Klaric. He is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Fuse, a next-gen loan origination system (LOS) that simplifies lending for financial institutions through self-serve customization, a low-code API builder, and a personalized agent portal. Over the last decade, Andres worked on Wall Street, investing in tech and business services. This gave him an acute awareness of the issues slowing down lenders from achieving their highest potential, ultimately leading to starting Fuse.

We talked about his early years in Investment banking, wall street, and then private equity firms. We explored his financial journey and entrepreneurial spirit, eventually leading him to start his company, Fuse. 

We also touched on their Patented LOS technology for the lending industry, perception of crypto in wall street, building great teams, hiring the right talent, and much more. Overall, the episode provided valuable insights and strategies for building a highly successful business in fintech. 
Enjoy :) 

🔗 CONNECT WITH ANDRES 

💻 Website - https://www.fusefinance.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/klaric/

🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/ProdcircleHQ
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED
Fuse - https://www.fusefinance.com/
OpenAI - https://openai.com/


📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/podcast/

🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MKODYGDeiWP4Y5xUpih31?si=7ce29a73d8724ac2
Google Podcast  - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTg5ODA4LnJzcw
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 

If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prodcricle-with-mudassir-mustafa/id1688602416

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 

You can also Tweet @prodcirclehq with any feedback, ideas, or thoughts about the lessons you've learned from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏

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Connect with Mudassir

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Episode 5:

In this episode of Prodcircle with Mudassir Mustafa, I had the pleasure of speaking with Artemis Doupa, who shared insights from her book "Design and Grow" on building a sustainable and successful business. Doupa emphasized the importance of hiring the right team, understanding data, and creating a marketing strategy. She also highlighted the significance of sustainability and encouraged businesses to make an effort towards it.

We also discussed the overlap of creative and business skills, the potential of AI, different sales models in the fashion industry, challenges in hiring the right talent for startups, balancing work and family as an entrepreneur, and sustainability and quality in the fashion industry.

Doupa introduced her "Storms Method", which is a problem-solving approach born from years of experience and struggles faced by designers. The book is aimed at creatives who care about more than just sales and want to showcase their story and values through their products.

We also touched on raising entrepreneurial children and insights from bestselling author Daniel Priestley. Overall, the episode provided valuable insights and strategies for building a successful and sustainable business in the creative industry. Enjoy :) 

🔗 CONNECT WITH ARTEMIS

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/artemisdoupa
💻 Website - https://www.artemisdoupa.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/artemisdoupa

🔗 CONNECT WITH MUDASSIR 

🎥 YouTube Channel -  @prodcircleHQ    
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📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/prodcirclehq
💻 Website - https://prodcircle.com/
👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudassir-mustafa/

📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED
Maake Academy - https://www.maakeacademy.com/
Design & Grow - https://www.amazon.com/Design.../dp/B0C19947NZ/ref=sr_1_1
Daniel Priestley - https://danielpriestley.com/
Daniel's Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpriestley/?originalSubdomain=uk
Daniel's Twitter - https://twitter.com/DanielPriestley


📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://prodcircle.com/episode/

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