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Jul 16, 2020 • 25min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Meenal Lele, Lil Mixins
Our guest today is Meenal Lele, an entrepreneur who was inspired to start her baby supplement company Lil Mixins by her own experiences as a mother. Soon after Meenal's first son developed several severe food allergies, new research showed that there was a way to keep babies from developing most common food allergies. Meenal was inspired to develop her own brand of supplements to make early introduction of these allergens as easy as possible for new parents. Listen as she describes growing her business through education and how the best advertisement is earned rather than bought. Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Thursday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

Jul 9, 2020 • 24min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Joyce & Raissa de Haas, Double Dutch
Twin sisters Joyce and Raissa de Haas have always had an interest in beverages, earning the nickname the Tonic Twins while they were growing up in the Netherlands. After writing an award-winning dissertation, they were granted a head start in creating their drink business, Double Dutch, right out of graduate school. Now some of the youngest entrepreneurs in their industry, they are bringing vibrance and innovation to the world of mixers and tonic waters. Starting a business so young comes with some unique challenges - listen as they discuss the evolution of their business plan and how they overcame these challenges together. Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Thursday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

Jun 25, 2020 • 28min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Nona Lim
While training as a competitive fencer, Nona Lim saw firsthand what whole, clean foods can do for your body. Since 2006 she has been ahead of the curve in creating organic, clean label food products, including one of the first ever meal delivery programs. Her eponymous brand, Nona Lim, centers itself around authentic Asian comfort foods including broths and noodles made with fresh, clean ingredients. Listen as she describes the process of building her business from hand packaging soups in her kitchen to occupying grocery shelves nationwide. Every business has to start somewhere and the question of scaling can make or break a company's future. Luckily Nona gives some great advice on how to test your product before you go all in and what to do when it's time to level up. Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want. Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

Jun 17, 2020 • 21min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Becky Zeijdel-Paz, Beck Jewels
As a life-long artist, Becky Zeijdel-Paz has channeled her love of design and aesthetic expression into her luxury, handcrafted jewelry brand, BECK Jewels. Worn by celebrities like Lady Gaga, BECK Jewels' pieces are both beautiful and sustainable works of art. Each made-to-order product is crafted by hand with intention and care, putting positive energy into what she calls, "the most personal of adornments". Zeijdel-Paz believes greatly in the power of positive, loving energy that an artist passes onto their artwork and her brand mission of creating jewelry that experiences life along with the wearer. It's not easy to build a brand so dedicated to local craftsmanship and ecological stewardship. Listen as Zeijdel-Paz describes her process building this brand as an extension of herself and the unique challenges that come along with that. Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

Jun 9, 2020 • 25min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Shirin von Wulffen, Bastide
With the tremendous growth of the beauty industry and increased consumer interest in new, sustainable products, beauty entrepreneurs are looking for ways to differentiate their brand. Shirin von Wulffen, founder of Bastide, is doing this by centering her collection on the lifestyle and sensations of the beautiful Aix-en-Provence, a town in the French countryside. Shirin describes the process and importance of developing a lifestyle brand that celebrates local artisans through collaboration. In such a fast paced industry, it can be difficult to stay on the right side of trendy while also staying true to the brand's mission. Tune in and hear how Shirin has managed to stay ahead of the curve without sacrificing the uniqueness of Bastide's brand.Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

May 20, 2020 • 33min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Kate McLeod & Nichola Gray, Kate McLeod
Kate McLeod and Nichola Gray are co-founders of Kate McLeod body stones, an all natural skin care line dedicated to bringing everyday luxury to the ritual of self care. McLeod used her background as a pastry chef to create a cream stone that uses ingredients found in the kitchen, not in a lab. With an increased consumer interest in sustainability and transparency in ingredients, they're delivering much needed self-made self-care products. Listen as Kate and Nichola discuss their process of building a business together and the unique challenges of being a self made business. Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

May 13, 2020 • 30min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Deepti Sharma, FoodtoEat
Deepti Sharma is the CEO and founder of FoodtoEat, a community-minded catering concierge service that helps immigrant, women and minority-owned businesses access new opportunities and grow. With less than 2% of venture capital going to women-founded startups, and even less to women of color, Sharma's personal mission is to uplift and represent those who need it most. As an advocate, writer, and public speaker, Sharma is committed to standing up for what she believes in. She is the role model she wished she'd had when she was younger. Listen as she describes the process of building her business and supporting other small businesses in order to bring together a diverse community of dreamers.Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

May 6, 2020 • 29min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Jill Kargman, Odd Mom Out
Jill Kargman is a writer and actress, starring as herself in the Bravo series Odd Mom Out based on her novel, Momzillas. Working in the entertainment industry comes with career instability and jumping around different jobs and opportunities. From fetching coffee to creating and starring in her own series, Jill has done it all. Listen as she discusses the importance of being versatile, creating good relationships and never giving up on your dreams. Colored with candid humor, Jill is a natural storyteller sharing important lessons she's learned along the way about family, creativity and life.Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

Apr 29, 2020 • 30min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Jeff Wald, WorkMarket
Meet Jeff Wald, founder of WorkMarket, software that helps businesses manage their freelancers. With the rising popularity of the gig economy, WorkMarket has become an important tool for businesses and a huge success, but not without challenges along the way. Listen as Wald describes his journey of overcoming past failure and how the lessons he learned led to success later on. Wald also shares his thoughts on the on-demand economy which is the topic of his new book, The End of Jobs - coming out in June. Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.

Apr 22, 2020 • 17min
Entrepreneurs 101 - Rebekah Hall, Botanic Lab
Rebekah Hall always had a burning desire to create something of her own. In 2014, she made this dream a reality by launching Botanic Lab, one of the leading brands in the exciting CBD space. Hall describes the importance of reaching out of your comfort zone and doing something new. Entrepreneurs face countless challenges when trying to start something new but Hall proves that with enough tenacity and grit, you can create something groundbreaking.Subscribe to Ideamix Radio and stay tuned for new episodes every Wednesday. On Ideamix Radio we speak with entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, career changers, experts and enthusiasts for insider tips that help you build the life, business, and career you want.Ideamix is the go-to destination for entrepreneurs to turn their idea into a business. Check out our website at www.theideamix.com. For comments, questions, podcast guest ideas or sponsorship enquiries, please email info@theideamix.com.