Making It with Jon Davids
Jon Davids
How do you take your company from your dorm room to $100M, in just a few years? How do you make $25K a month off TikTok? How do you turn a $1M investment into a $1B payoff?
Join entrepreneur and investor Jon Davids as he deconstructs success with the creators, innovators, and disruptors who are making it happen.
Join entrepreneur and investor Jon Davids as he deconstructs success with the creators, innovators, and disruptors who are making it happen.
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Sep 12, 2025 • 10min
211 - "We built a BIG software company with no investors" | Jason Fried, 37signals
Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Check out a great highlight from Jon's chat with Jason Fried, founder of 37signals.This clip is from episode 128, originally aired in May 2024. You can find the original episode at this link, or on your favourite streaming platform.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
Sep 9, 2025 • 30min
210 - Anthony Scaramucci schools me on crypto, investing and more
Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Today, JD chats with Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, political figure, and podcast host. Hear Anthony discuss his crypto, podcasting, career pivots, and so much more.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
Sep 5, 2025 • 9min
209 - How To Raise LOTS of Money | Drew Green, Indochino (Quick Cut)
Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Check out a great highlight from Jon's chat with Drew Green, CEO of INDOCHINO.This clip is from episode 129, originally aired in May 2024. You can find the original episode at this link, or on your favourite streaming platform.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
Sep 2, 2025 • 44min
208 - "I was a painter in college. Last year we did $100M." | Jeff Dudan, CEO of Homefront Brands
Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Today, JD chats with Jeff Dudan, CEO of Homefront Brands. How did Jeff go from a small painting company in college to building a massive, million-dollar home service company? Find that out and more in this packed episode.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
Aug 26, 2025 • 22min
207 - From a Tiny Store to $275M Giant | Buc-ee's
Discover the incredible story behind Buc-ee's, the Texas convenience store that transformed into a mega-store sensation. Learn how co-founders Beaver Aplin and Don Wassick revolutionized highway stops into vibrant destinations focused on customer experience. Explore Buc-ee's unique business model, including its exclusive food and merchandise that drive success. Delve into the art of positive polarization in branding, showcasing how standing out fosters loyalty and creates devoted fans.
Aug 19, 2025 • 15min
206 - "We sold for $800M. Here's what happened next." | Mike Lazerow, tech entrepreneur & investor
In this engaging discussion, Mike Lazerow, co-founder of Buddy Media and a savvy investor, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons learned from selling his company for $800M to Salesforce.com. He reflects on the challenges faced while building partnerships, especially with major players like Unilever. Mike also delves into how sudden wealth can change personal relationships and self-identity. Additionally, he discusses strategic investment approaches, contrasting high-risk ventures with stable options, emphasizing the importance of leveraging networks for success.
Aug 12, 2025 • 12min
205 - "I made $31M that day. Here's how." | Manjit Minhas, Co-founder of Minhas Breweries
Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Today, Jon talks with Manjit Minhas, co-founder of Minhas Breweries. Hear how Manjit turned a $10,000 investment into a multi-million dollar alcohol business, and all of her helpful insights in the world of entrepreneurship.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
Aug 5, 2025 • 46min
204 - Codie Sanchez: "The Richest Guy On Your Street Probably Makes Money Doing This"
Codie Sanchez, an investor and best-selling author known for her advocacy of 'boring businesses,' shares her journey from corporate finance to social media stardom. She discusses the harsh realities of entrepreneurship, including overcoming setbacks and the importance of aligning passion with business viability. Codie emphasizes the power of storytelling in building wealth and highlights lucrative investment opportunities in senior services and rehab. With a focus on authenticity and engagement, she challenges traditional views on business success and education.
Jul 29, 2025 • 12min
203 - I asked a $700M founder a bunch of burning questions | Brian Scudamore, 1-800-GOT-JUNK
Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Today, JD does some rapidfire Q&A with Brian Scudamore, Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK. What are his sales? How did he start? What was his most expensive mistake? All that and way more in this candid conversation.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
Jul 22, 2025 • 55min
202 - Shopify President: "Here's what every business builder needs to know today"
Get your personalized 1-Minute Marketing Roadmap here. Today, Jon talks with Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, about how Shopify transformed from a small website builder for indie companies to one of the world's top e-commerce giants.Harley also shares timeless business lessons for every business builder today.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube
