

Strap on your Boots
Jason Sherman
Successful technologist and filmmaker Jason Sherman gives you real world examples on how to realistically succeed in the world of entrepreneurship while helping you avoid common mistakes. His methods and strategies apply to any industry, income or education level. You will also learn from industry experts, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business owners as they talk about their successes in his segment Zero to CEO. Lastly, you can hear about future technologies and space phenomena in Jason's favorite segment: Future Tech. So get ready to Strap on your Boots!
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Apr 5, 2021 • 13min
Episode 50: Future Tech: Are we living in a simulation?
In this episode I discuss my thoughts and opinions on whether or not we are living in a simulation. I answer common questions and theories, as well as talking about string theory, alternate realities, multiple universes, and the space time continuum. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the topic as well, so feel free to leave me a comment or question!

Mar 29, 2021 • 10min
Episode 49: The Fundamentals of User Experience UX
In this episode I talk about the 6 things you should look for when coming up with the user experience for your platform or product. I'll teach you how to tell a story of what a person would experience on your website, or while handling your physical product. Whether they are clicking buttons, touching a part of your product, or seeing a visual interface, this will help you figure out what the user experience, or the features and functionality are for your platform or product.

Mar 22, 2021 • 27min
Episode 48: Startup Journey #9 Paul Dashevsky and Jon Grishpul of GreatBuildz
In this episode I talk to Paul Dashevsky and Jon Grishpul of GreatBuildz about the mistakes and successes of their business and what it's like to work with family members. They discovered how to target their demographic but also learn from their early customers to iterate their platform to be more effective in the real estate industry. Learn how they found their core value proposition in this episode of Startup Journey! Check them out at https://Greatbuildz.com

Mar 15, 2021 • 12min
Episode 47: Future Tech: Why we Need Self Driving Cars
In this episode of Future Tech I give you a couple of reasons why I think Why we Need Self Driving Cars. Commuting is a huge waste of time, mobile offices could be a thing, and accidents would dramatically decrease. And of course we are wasting valuable resources in traffic! Here all about it in this episode.

Mar 8, 2021 • 26min
Episode 46: Monetize your Facebook profile with Sid Clevinger
Do you have the right picture on your Facebook profile? What about your description and a call to action? "Super" Sid Clevinger covers this and much more on how to turn your Facebook profile into a driver of revenue. We also discuss working with a team, the challenges of running a business, and how to reach your overall goals.

Mar 1, 2021 • 13min
Episode 45: Why Bitcoin is Going Bananas
In this episode I talk about the recent surge in the price of Bitcoin. The news reported that Tesla purchased $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin and many investment companies have been buying hundreds of millions and even billions of dollars worth of Bitcoin. Every day people have FOMO (fear of missing out) and have been driving the price up. What's all the fuss about? I talk about some theories and also some things to watch out for in this episode.

Feb 22, 2021 • 16min
Episode 44: Startup Journey #8 with Lucas Liu of INFI Technologies
In this episode of Startup Journey #8 I talk to Lucas Liu of INFI Technologies about his revolutionary restaurant kiosk. We discuss the challenges he had, mistakes he made, and the best parts of being an entrepreneur. Lucas talks about the pain point he discovered in the restaurant industry that caused him to build a new type of self ordering kiosk with artificial intelligence to make your experience much easier and streamlined.If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your support please visit: Patreon.com/straponyourboots

Feb 15, 2021 • 16min
Episode 43: Future Tech: Artificial Intelligence and the Singularity
In this series, I pick a topic about the future in technology and discuss my thoughts and opinions on what we might experience. This weeks topic is Artificial Intelligence and the Singularity. How will AI impact the evolution of humans and what marvels of science and technology will the Singularity bring when AI becomes a billion times more intelligent the entire history of humankind?If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your support please visit: Patreon.com/straponyourboots

Feb 8, 2021 • 29min
Episode 42: Blockchain Cryptocurrency and Supply Chain 101 with Justin Goldston, PhD
In this episode I talk to Justin Goldston, PhD about blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and how it all ties into supply chain management. Justin is a professor at Penn State, and a TEDx speaker. Learn about the issues and challenges he has been facing over the years battling big corporations who are not following best practices when it comes to sustainability.If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your support please visit: Patreon.com/straponyourboots

Feb 1, 2021 • 8min
Episode 41: The 4 steps to a successful startup
In this episode I go over the 4 steps to a successful startup. No spoilers here. But I also teach this as "The 4 T's" in my book "Strap on your Boots" on Amazon and my course "Startup Essentials" on Udemy. Follow these 4 steps and you will succeed!If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your support please visit: Patreon.com/straponyourboots


