Startup Stories - Mixergy

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Startup Stories - Mixergy episodes

May 08, 2019 #1756 Copywriter Ray Edwards trades in a 100 hour workweek to run a million dollar company
How does a copywriter who was spending 100 hours a week writing copy for clients transition to running a successful copywriting company?
Ray Edwards is a copywriter and communication strategist for some of the top names in business and the author of the book, How to Write Copy That Sells.
Author and copywriter, Ray Edwards’ copywriting course and certification program is bringing in over a million dollars a year.
Ray Edwards is a copywriter and communication strategist for some of the top names in business and the author of the book, How to Write Copy That Sells.
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May 06, 2019 #1755 How Peter Rex’s vision for helping the world brought forth Trustwork
How do you go from losing everything you’ve built up and sleeping on the floor to using that experience to creating a company that has a global-wide impact?
Peter Rex is the founder of Trustwork, which allows you to find jobs, hire professionals, buy and sell goods, network and collaborate.
Trustwork launched two years ago and already has over 400 employees.
Peter Rex is the founder of Trustwork, which allows you to find jobs, hire professionals, buy and sell goods, network and collaborate.
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The James Altucher Show – James Altucher has started and ran more than 20 companies and is currently an investor in and advisor to over 30, but at one point, James lost everything. In a matter of months, his account drained from $15 million to $143. Depressed and on the floor, James realized the only way to be truly successful and fulfilled is to “choose yourself.” Now, James Altucher is a bestselling author, successful entrepreneur, angel investor, chess master, & host of The James Altucher Show podcast. Text ANDREW to 50445 to receive James Altucher’s free Ultimate Guide to Self-Publishing
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May 04, 2019 #1754 Marathon Series: GroupRaise making $1M/month and donating a percentage to charity
Is it possible to have a business model that is not only profitable but donates a percentage of revenue to charity?
Devin Baptiste is a Co-Founder of GroupRaise which is a company that allows groups to book events in restaurants across the US.
GroupRaise helps companies find restaurants to hold events and allows the companies to donate a percentage of the profits to the charity of their choice.
Devin Baptiste is a Co-Founder of GroupRaise which is a company that allows groups to book events in restaurants across the US.
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HostGator – Ready to take your website to the next level? Whether you’re a first-time blogger or an experienced web pro, HostGator has all the tools you need to create a great-looking website or online store. A wide range of options includes cloud-based web hosting, reseller hosting, VPS hosting and dedicated servers. Founded in 2002, HostGator is the perfect web partner for business owners and individuals seeking hands-on support. Visit www.hostgator.com/mixergy to see what HostGator can do for your website.
Toptal – If you’re having trouble finding developers, Toptal is a network of elite pre-vetted software developers. You tell Toptal what you’re looking for, they search their network for the best people, they test the candidates, and then they present you with only the candidates who meet your individual needs. Once you pick someone you can start work with them the next day. They offer a no-risk trial period. Go to Toptal.com. Get the best of the best right now.
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May 03, 2019 #1753 How a major mistake almost cost Ryan Fyfe his company
How do you recover from a huge mistake that has the potential of sinking your company?
Ryan Fyfe is the Founder of Humanity, which is an easy-to-use online employee scheduling and workforce management software.
Ryan Fyfe was about to close a big funding round for Humanity when he discovered unethical practices that were going on that affected the company’s sales metrics.
Ryan Fyfe is the Founder of Humanity, which is an easy-to-use online employee scheduling and workforce management software.
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ActiveCampaign – Improve your marketing & sales processes by upgrading to an automated platform. Start sending follow-up that adapts to your customers’ behavior so you are sending the perfect message at the perfect time. You’ll have happier customers and higher conversions. See why over 150,000 marketers use ActiveCampaign to create intelligent marketing that gets better results.
If you’re with one of their confusing competitors and you want something new, you owe it to your business to check out ActiveCampaign.
Toptal – If you’re having trouble finding developers, Toptal is a network of elite pre-vetted software developers. You tell Toptal what you’re looking for, they search their network for the best people, they test the candidates, and then they present you with only the candidates who meet your individual needs. Once you pick someone you can start work with them the next day. They offer a no-risk trial period. Go to Toptal.com. Get the best of the best right now.
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May 01, 2019 #1752 Ryan Levesque changed lead-gen. Wants to change entrepreneurship
I didn’t know whether to trust Ryan Levesque last time he was on. He claimed to have a set of sites that turned email subscribers into customers using registration forms that asked questions which helped him segment subscribers.
Then I met (and interviewed) founders who used what he called the Ask Method and I realized how effective his approach was. I even started copying it.
Now he has a book about entrepreneurship, called Choose. I interviewed him about it. And I was still skeptical. But a bit less than last time. Enjoy.
Ryan Levesque is the CEO of The ASK Method Company and the author of the best-selling book, ASK and has just launched his new book, Choose.

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Toptal – If you’re having trouble finding developers, Toptal is a network of elite pre-vetted software developers. You tell Toptal what you’re looking for, they search their network for the best people, they test the candidates, and then they present you with only the candidates who meet your individual needs. Once you pick someone you can start work with them the next day. They offer a no-risk trial period. Go to Toptal.com. Get the best of the best right now.
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April 29, 2019 #1751 Tomas Gorny started from scratch to build Nextiva to $170M in revenue
How do you go from experiencing phenomenal success to huge loss and have enough confidence to start from scratch?
Tomas Gorny is the Founder and CEO of Nextiva which is a business VoIP service solution.
Nextiva was entirely bootstrapped and in 2019 is set to hit $170 million in revenue.
Tomas Gorny is the Founder and CEO of Nextiva which is a business VoIP service solution.
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Toptal – If you’re having trouble finding developers, Toptal is a network of elite pre-vetted software developers. You tell Toptal what you’re looking for, they search their network for the best people, they test the candidates, and then they present you with only the candidates who meet your individual needs. Once you pick someone you can start work with them the next day. They offer a no-risk trial period. Go to Toptal.com. Get the best of the best right now.
HostGator – Ready to take your website to the next level? Whether you’re a first-time blogger or an experienced web pro, HostGator has all the tools you need to create a great-looking website or online store. A wide range of options includes cloud-based web hosting, reseller hosting, VPS hosting and dedicated servers. Founded in 2002, HostGator is the perfect web partner for business owners and individuals seeking hands-on support. Visit www.hostgator.com/mixergy to see what HostGator can do for your website.
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April 27, 2019 #1750 Marathon Series: The Intern Group went from zero funding to hitting $15M in revenue in 8 years
How did The Intern Group grow from a horrible looking WordPress site to a company set to hit over 15 million in revenue this year?
David Lloyd is Co-Founder and CEO of The Intern Group which is an international education company that specializes in internship programs.
The Intern Group was born from David’s desire to connect interns with businesses.
David Lloyd is Co-Founder and CEO of The Intern Group which is an international education company that specializes in internship programs.
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HostGator – Ready to take your website to the next level? Whether you’re a first-time blogger or an experienced web pro, HostGator has all the tools you need to create a great-looking website or online store. A wide range of options includes cloud-based web hosting, reseller hosting, VPS hosting and dedicated servers. Founded in 2002, HostGator is the perfect web partner for business owners and individuals seeking hands-on support. Visit www.hostgator.com/mixergy to see what HostGator can do for your website.
Toptal – If you’re having trouble finding developers, Toptal is a network of elite pre-vetted software developers. You tell Toptal what you’re looking for, they search their network for the best people, they test the candidates, and then they present you with only the candidates who meet your individual needs. Once you pick someone you can start work with them the next day. They offer a no-risk trial period. Go to Toptal.com. Get the best of the best right now.
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April 26, 2019 #1749 Chris Ducker: Youpreneur
Why is Chris Ducker teaching entrepreneurship at Youpreneur?
He has 2 companies that are doing well. Why get distracted?
And, speaking of his companies, how did he create 2 successful companies?
That’s what this interview is about.
Chris Ducker is the Founder of Youpreneur which is an online academy that has experts that share their expertise on how to build your business and become the go-to consultant in your industry.
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If you’re with one of their confusing competitors and you want something new, you owe it to your business to check out ActiveCampaign.
HostGator – Ready to take your website to the next level? Whether you’re a first-time blogger or an experienced web pro, HostGator has all the tools you need to create a great-looking website or online store. A wide range of options includes cloud-based web hosting, reseller hosting, VPS hosting and dedicated servers. Founded in 2002, HostGator is the perfect web partner for business owners and individuals seeking hands-on support. Visit www.hostgator.com/mixergy to see what HostGator can do for your website.
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April 25, 2019 #1748 Acuity Scheduling was JUST acquired by Squarespace and here’s their origin story
Acuity Scheduling was in the news because they were acquired by Squarespace.
We’re reposting this older interview to show you how Gavin Zuchlinski grew his company with spectacular customer support.
Gavin Zuchlinski is the founder of Acuity Scheduling, a 13-year-old calendar scheduling service.
Gavin Zuchlinski is the founder of Acuity Scheduling, a calendar scheduling service.
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April 24, 2019 #1747 A pain point for Etsy sellers inspired Isaac Oates to create Justworks
Do you dread the process of hiring people because managing the payment process is such a huge headache?
Isaac Oates recognized that paint point and as a result he created Justworks to help entrepreneurs and businesses by giving them access to big-company benefits, automated payroll, HR tools and compliance support in an easy-to-use platform.
Six years later, Justworks is one of the fastest growing HR technology platforms with revenue in the tens of millions.

Isaac Oates is the Founder of Justworks, which helps entrepreneurs and businesses by giving them access to big-company benefits, automated payroll, HR tools and compliance support in an easy-to-use platform.
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ActiveCampaign – Improve your marketing & sales processes by upgrading to an automated platform. Start sending follow-up that adapts to your customers’ behavior so you are sending the perfect message at the perfect time. You’ll have happier customers and higher conversions. See why over 150,000 marketers use ActiveCampaign to create intelligent marketing that gets better results.
If you’re with one of their confusing competitors and you want something new, you owe it to your business to check out ActiveCampaign.
HostGator – Ready to take your website to the next level? Whether you’re a first-time blogger or an experienced web pro, HostGator has all the tools you need to create a great-looking website or online store. A wide range of options includes cloud-based web hosting, reseller hosting, VPS hosting and dedicated servers. Founded in 2002, HostGator is the perfect web partner for business owners and individuals seeking hands-on support. Visit www.hostgator.com/mixergy to see what HostGator can do for your website.
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