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Apr 26, 2024 • 6min

The Art of Storytelling for Startups with Laura Mather

In today’s episode, we’re welcoming multi-time founder Laura Mather back to The Daily Bolster! Tune in as she shares storytelling tips that will help startup leaders succeed with investors, board members, and customers. 
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Apr 25, 2024 • 4min

Hiring Executives for Nonprofits with Raj Vinnakota

Today on the Daily Bolster, Matt and Raj Vinnakota discuss 4 things to look for when hiring executives in the nonprofit sector. Raj has plenty of experience in the nonprofit space and is the CEO of the Institute for Citizens and Scholars, a nonprofit focused on driving civic preparedness and engagement in young people. Tune in to hear his valuable advice!
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Apr 24, 2024 • 5min

How to Build a High Performing Exec Team with Jess Hunt

Today on The Daily Bolster, Jess Hunt shares 3 necessary factors to build a high-performing executive team. CEOs (and other leaders) should:🧠 Have a “first team" mindset🧱 Recognize that growing is like a game of Tetris⌚️ Invest time in managing the leadership teamTune in to the 5-minute episode to learn more!
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Apr 23, 2024 • 9min

Becoming an Impactful Communicator with Russ Hamilton

Are you an impactful communicator? Today’s guest, Russ Hamilton, is the founder and CEO of ConnectionLab, which builds and delivers high-impact presentation, communication, and leadership programs. Tune in to hear his tips for successful communication. 
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Apr 22, 2024 • 4min

Balancing Life & Running a Startup with Kevin Ryan

Today on The Daily Bolster, we’re welcoming Kevin Ryan, founder and CEO of AlleyCorp. He and Matt talk about taking a long-term perspective, deciding where to make sacrifices, and prioritizing family. Tune in for a great conversation about how to balance life and running a startup!
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Apr 19, 2024 • 9min

Top Advice for CEOs from an Investor with David Shapiro

Tune into today’s episode of The Daily Bolster as David Shapiro, Managing Partner at Blue Ivy Ventures, shares his top advice for founders. 💰 Align your business with the proper sources of capital📖 Get proper corporate governance early on🔍 Focus on the problem, not just the solution
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Apr 18, 2024 • 7min

Navigating Continued Uncertainty as a CEO with Puja Agrawal

Today on the podcast, Matt welcomes Puja Agrawal to discuss navigating turbulent times as a CEO. Tune in to find out why Puja views periods of uncertainty as opportunities—and how to make the most of them.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 4min

Common Blindspots for Executives with Jenny Lawton

We’re welcoming Jenny Lawton to The Daily Bolster! Jenny is an experienced operating executive and a Bolster alum, currently focused on supporting early-stage entrepreneurs. Today, she’s sharing the surprising piece of advice she gives over and over. Don’t miss this valuable 4-minute episode!
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Apr 16, 2024 • 6min

Advice Worth Paying Forward with Julie Bernard

Tune in as Matt welcomes Julie Bernard back to The Daily Bolster! Julie is an independent board member, advisor, and career CMO. Today, she’s sharing three of the most impactful pieces of advice she’s received.
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Apr 15, 2024 • 9min

Keeping Your Leadership Team Focused with Danny Shader

Today we’re welcoming Danny Shader to the podcast. Danny is a multi-time tech founder and is currently the CEO of PayNearMe. Tune in as he shares advice on how CEOs can keep their leadership teams focused and unified.

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