Matteo Franceschetti, Founder and CEO of Eight Sleep, shares his inspiring journey from athlete to sleep tech innovator. He discusses how customer feedback guided the development of their transformative Pod, enhancing sleep quality and performance. Matteo opens up about the challenges of scaling a hardware startup and the essential role of a resilient team. He emphasizes the importance of innovation in sleep technology and explores its future impact on wellness, revealing the life-changing effects of optimized sleep.

We're diving into another episode from the Foundr Archives to revisit our interview John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods.In this episode, John Mackey, co-founder and CEO of Whole Foods, shares the story of building one of the most recognized brands in the organic and natural food industry. From humble beginnings to being acquired by Amazon, John discusses the evolution of Whole Foods, the principles of conscious leadership that shaped its growth, and the challenges of leading a company through the COVID-19 crisis. He provides insights into how businesses can create value for all stakeholders, the importance of leading with purpose, and why love and integrity are essential in business. This episode is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs on how to build a brand that resonates with both customers and employees.In this interview you will learn:- The founding of Whole Foods and its rise in the natural foods industry- The principles of conscious capitalism and leadership- Leading during challenging times like the COVID-19 crisis- The importance of creating value for all stakeholders (employees, customers, suppliers)- Integrating a company culture based on purpose and integrity- How Whole Foods thrived after its acquisition by AmazonClick here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode. Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

Join Lindsay Shearer, founder of BrandRanx Media and former holistic clinic owner, as she reveals her remarkable journey into the world of e-commerce SEO. Discover how a pivotal moment with Manscaped ignited her passion for digital marketing. Lindsay discusses vital SEO strategies, emphasizing the significance of product validation before diving in. She shares insights on effective on-page and off-page practices, the vital role of AI, and essential SEO tools to maximize your budget, offering a treasure trove of tips for scaling your e-commerce business.

Allison Ellsworth, founder of Poppy, shares her compelling journey from farmers markets to a nationally recognized soda brand. She reveals how her decision to appear on Shark Tank was a game-changer, and the subsequent rebranding that fueled her success. The impact of a last-minute Super Bowl ad tripling brand awareness is a highlight, along with her strategies for building a community on TikTok. Allison offers invaluable advice on navigating rapid growth while maintaining authenticity, making this conversation a treasure trove for aspiring entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Sheena Zadeh-Daly, founder of Kosas, shares her journey from selling lipsticks from her home to building a clean beauty brand that’s taken the industry by storm. Sheena discusses the early challenges of launching Kosas, including her hands-on approach to everything from product development to shipping orders in the early days. She reveals the moment when Kosas was first recognized by Sephora and the strategy behind positioning her brand as a prestige color line. Sheena also talks about the importance of brand DNA, the power of obsession in business, and how she balances creativity with the demands of scaling a successful company. Listeners will gain valuable insights into building a brand that resonates with consumers, the role of innovation in product development, and the importance of staying true to your vision.Listen to Nathan and Sheena discuss:- Starting and scaling a clean beauty brand from scratch- The importance of brand DNA in building a successful brand- Leveraging personal passion and creativity in product development- Navigating the challenges of early-stage entrepreneurship- Strategies for positioning a brand in a competitive market- The role of strategic partnerships, including landing Kosas in Sephora- And much more beauty brand advice... Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode. Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

In this episode, Hudson Leogrande, the founder of Purely White Deluxe and Comfrt, shares his remarkable journey from packing products in his mother's basement to building two multimillion-dollar brands. Hudson discusses the early struggles of launching Purely White Deluxe, including the challenges of marketing a teeth whitening product with no prior experience and the breakthrough moment when he discovered the untapped potential of Snapchat. He also dives into the creation of Comfrt, a brand born from his personal struggles with anxiety, and how he used the same influencer-driven strategy to scale the business rapidly.- Hudson’s journey from a basement startup to a global brand- The challenges and successes of launching Purely White Deluxe- How he leveraged Snapchat to build a strong customer base- The creation of Comfrt and its unique approach to alleviating anxiety through clothing- Hudson’s approach to influencer marketing and how it drove massive growth- Insights into scaling an e-commerce brand in today’s digital landscape- Many more valuable insights for entrepreneursClick here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode. Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

Today, we're diving into another episode from the Foundr Archives to revisit our interview with marketing guru and multiple New York Times bestselling author Seth Godin, who explains why you should focus less on doing what you're told and more on doing work that's worth doing.In order to take advantage of the unique opportunities afforded by our times, some rules just have to be broken. Some people just get it. They grasp the spirit of the times in ways that ordinary people don't. They understand the patterns and progression of history, and can interpret current events and trends with rare wisdom and insight. Seth Godin is one such person. You might say his knowledge about the world of business borders on the prophetic. You could also safely say Seth Goden is a man who sees the world not for what it is, but for what it could be. He's in the business of change: predicting it, implementing it, and watching it unfold. You've probably seen his TED talks, his books, his blog, his podcast; he's the one of those characters who are grounded, yet somehow still larger than life. For those late to the Godin party, he's a marketing guru, founder of Squidoo.com and world-renowned author of 17 business bestsellers including Linchpin, Unleashing the Ideavirus, Tribes, and Purple Cow. For a man who understands tribes, he has proved time and again that he can walk the talk, building, in the process, a legion of raving fans-people who thrive on his entertaining blend of business and sociology. In this interview you will learn:- How to know when to ship a project and when its ready to be released into the world - Why perfect doesn't exist- The best analogy we have ever heard for good marketing- Seth's failures- Why it's YOUR turn!- The importance of blogging every day- & So MUCH MORE!Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode. Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

In this interview, Rina Gocaj and Floriye Elmazi, the co-founders of SISTERWOULD, share their inspiring journey of creating a beauty brand that prioritizes inclusivity and purpose. From struggling with postpartum hair loss to discovering the need for better hair care solutions, Rina and Floriye explain how their personal experiences led to the creation of SISTERWOULD. They dive into the challenges of developing their innovative products, including the decision not to patent their tactile imprinting system to encourage industry-wide inclusivity. The duo also discusses their strategic pre-launch efforts, which included building a community and leveraging their backgrounds as influencers. In this episode, learn learn:- How to leverage personal experiences to create innovative products- The importance of inclusivity in the beauty industry- How to build a brand with purpose with a focus on community- Strategic pre-launch marketing and influencer collaborations- Overcoming challenges in product development and manufacturing- Tactics for building customer loyalty and driving repeat sales- And much more beauty brand advice… Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode. Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

Today, we're diving back into the Foundr Podcast archive to bring back a true highlight of an interview with Airbnb co-founder, Joe Gebbia.How do you raise capital for your startup? Well, if you ask the co-founder of Airbnb Joe Gebbia, he’ll tell you what worked for him: Cereal. That’s right, the company that started with a single air mattress and grew to a $100 billion empire was kept afloat by selling custom cereal boxes. It was bizarre but it worked. Gebbia muses in this episode of the Foundr podcast: “We made $20,000 in breakfast cereal, and we're able to basically pay off our credit card debt...The cereal, funnily enough, was how we were able to help keep the options open for us until eventually, the invitation came for Y Combinator.”In undoubtedly one of our most riveting episodes, Gebbia recounts his incredible journey from struggling to pay rent, to Airbnb’s first angel investor, to one of the biggest brands in the world and Gebbia’s incredible charity work. Gebbia is candid about how he overcame countless rejections and problems. Listen in as he shares specific advice for entrepreneurs looking to create the next industry disrupter:“You can see what’s hot. You can go after an emerging industry... Or you can solve a problem. Your own problem. Airbnb was our own problem. We had a rent check that we couldn’t pay. And it forced us to come up with a new way of making ends meet.”Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode. Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

Cesar Carvalho, the founder and CEO of Wellhub, shares his inspiring journey from a McKinsey consultant to leading a corporate wellness platform. He reveals how personal struggles ignited his passion for well-being, prompting him to prioritize it in his career. The conversation dives into innovative strategies that helped secure major clients and scale to 15,000 corporate partners globally. Cesar emphasizes the link between employee wellness and productivity and offers practical advice on resilience and cultivating a brand that resonates with customers.