From Start-Up to Grown-Up

David is Nash Squared's Group Technology Evangelist. He crafts podcasts, hosts video debates, speaks, moderates conferences, and chairs keynote stages. He's a passionate advocate for technology, dissecting its challenges and opportunities. David has worked at Nash Squared since 2007, where he has developed a deep understanding of the technology and talent markets. Recognised as Computing's Digital Ambassador of the Year (2018), he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to every conversation. Since 2015 he has been editor and host of Tech Talks, a show about leadership and technology currently ranked as one of the most popular podcasts in the world.David Savage is this episode's guest, who reinforces why it’s so important to realize that trusting ourselves is a skill. And like all skills it can be developed! In addition to learning about trusting yourself, you’ll also hear from David how to become an “intrapreneur,” the importance of establishing consistent behavior, and how that applies to strengthening our personal branding.Learn more about David and Tech Talks | Website https://www.nashsquared.com/techtalksConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Kim Scott is the author of Radical Respect and Radical Candor. Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google.Being able to hold a candid and caring conversation with someone is an essential part of leadership.  My next guest on From Start-Up to Grown-Up is Kim Scott, bestselling author of Radical Candor and her new book, Radical Respect.Kim delivers a masterclass in building respect and kindness as the foundation of a company’s DNA with several strategies you’re going to want to use immediately.You’ll learn how to create an environment where employees feel safe. You’ll also learn that empowering yourself and your employees to challenge openly and diplomatically can lead to building a successful company.Learn more about Kim | Websitekimmalonescott.comConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Matt Reustle is currently the CEO of Colossus, a business that creates, curates, and distributes top-quality content for investors and entrepreneurs. He is the primary host of the Business Breakdowns podcast. Prior to Colossus, Matt worked in institutional investing. Most recently on the investment team at Raven Capital Management. Matt spent the first decade of his career at Goldman Sachs splitting his time between the Sales & Trading and Research divisions.If you’re thinking about a career pivot, if you’re trying to be a great leader in your company, or if you’re interested in podcasting, check out this great episode of From Start-up to Grown-up with Matt Reustle. Matt is the CEO of Colossus Media and host of the  podcast Business Breakdowns.Matt shares so honestly why leadership isn’t just about wins but about creating sustainable systems of growth and communication, how empathy is foundational for meaningful connections, and why there is an unlimited amount of friction running a company and how to find balance.Learn more about Colossus | Websitewww.joincolossus.comConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Mike Michalowicz is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion-dollar companies and is the author of several business books, including Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan and his newest book, All In.Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and business makeover expert for MSNBC. He regularly travels the globe as an entrepreneurial advocate.We are going all in on the newest episode of From Start-Up to Grown-Up with author and entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz!Mike is a great story-teller and you’ll laugh out loud and come away with some great wisdom. Mike shares  practical exercises for team retention, how to come back from rock bottom, and the right way to hire people - interviews are over rated!You’ll also learn from his personal stories about the value and power of having an array of mentors, why companies thrive when leadership focuses on the human experience for both clients and employees, and how to build stamina to succeed as an entrepreneur.Learn more about Mike at Website | mikemichalowicz.comhttps://www.mikemichalowicz.comConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Rahul Vohra is the Co-Founder and CEO of Superhuman. He is also a Technical Advisor at Boldstart Ventures, an investor and advisor at Partender, and an investor of sendwithus and Easy Post. He received his bachelor of arts in Computer Science at the University of Cambridge. Rahul shares the lessons he learned from being a serial entrepreneur, how and why he learned to meditate, what he does to build trust with his team, and the pros and cons of being a celebrity founder. Rahul shared so many great insights the first time he was on the show I had to have him back!This time we’re taking a deep dive on instilling powerful values and culture within a rapidly growing company. We talked about: ✅ How and why to create values in your company at the start: A step by step practical process you can use immediately.✅ The need to evolve your leadership: As a founder and CEO  you should always be identifying your highest and best use and using that as your guide.✅ The importance of asking hard questions: It can be awkward, but it’s essential to be rigorous with yourself and your team as your company grows. Learn more about Superhuman | Websitehttps://www.superhuman.comConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Gina Bianchini, co-founder and CEO of Mighty Networks, shares her journey in building communities that foster genuine connections. She emphasizes the transformative power of community and the importance of humor in leadership. Gina discusses navigating the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship, the need for self-awareness as a leader, and effective strategies for building thriving online and offline communities. Her insights encourage aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace resilience while managing their energy and fostering member engagement.

Gary Vaynerchuk, a serial entrepreneur and Chairman of VaynerX, shares insights on the importance of enjoying the journey, avoiding short-term strategies, and understanding the power of attention in entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the value of authenticity, resilience, and self-awareness in business success, while highlighting the significance of embracing social media and maintaining genuine relationships.

Mary-Catherine Lader, COO of Uniswap Labs, discusses decentralized leadership at Uniswap, balancing public infrastructure and equity business, and fostering company culture. Insights on hiring practices, team foundation, and leadership dynamics in a changing environment are shared.

Gregory Galant is the co-founder and CEO of Muck Rack, a platform enabling PR teams to work together to find the right journalists for their stories, send customized pitches, build meaningful relationships with the media, monitor news and quantify their impact. It’s used by thousands of organizations, including Taco Bell, Pfizer, Golin, International Committee of the Red Cross, Knight Foundation, Kauffman Foundation and Penguin Random House. Muck Rack is also the solution of choice for journalists, who use Muck Rack’s free, automatically updated portfolios to showcase their work and provide information about what stories they’re looking for. Greg is also the co-creator and executive producer of The Shorty Awards, which honor the best of social media.  After being rejected by countless secret societies, Greg secured membership in Twitter and Instagram's exclusive first name club -- follow him at @gregory on both platforms.In this discussion Greg and I go deep on his experiences. Listen to our conversation to learn all about:➡️ Co-founder dynamics: The power of complementary skills and the dangers of too much similarity.➡️ Hiring: How to know when it’s time to hire someone and what to look for when you’re running lean. ➡️ Managing challenges: How to handle the stress that comes with building a startup - or doing anything challenging.Learn more about Greg's company Muck Rack | Website https://www.muckrack.comConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

In this conversation with Kristi Herold, Founder and CEO of JAM, we explore the transformative power of play in the workplace. Kristi shares how JAM pivoted during the pandemic to virtual events, showcasing the crucial role of resilience and creativity. She emphasizes injecting joy into corporate culture, from playful onboarding to open feedback, and discusses her journey through self-doubt as an entrepreneur. Her insights reveal that fostering social connections and a positive environment not only uplifts teams but also enhances overall productivity.