Problem Solvers

Laura Lorenzetti, Senior Director and Executive Editor at LinkedIn News, shares her wealth of knowledge on personal branding. She discusses how to create authentic content that fosters real connections and builds trust on LinkedIn. Laura debunks common myths and reveals the best times to post for maximum engagement. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and active interaction, offering practical strategies to develop a professional persona. Plus, learn how to make your content stand out in a crowded digital landscape.

Pat Flynn, creator of Smart Passive Income and the YouTube channel Deep Pocket Monster, shares his insights on efficient learning in the era of information overload. He introduces his Lean Learning framework, designed to help you focus on actionable insights rather than drowning in excessive information. Pat emphasizes 'just in time' learning, realistic goal-setting, and supportive systems to combat overwhelm. He also discusses embracing imperfections and 'failing faster' as key strategies for personal growth and mastery.

Avritti Khandurie Mittal, the VP and GM of Financial Services and Payments at eBay, shares insights on how small businesses can overcome financing hurdles. She discusses the challenges sellers face in securing capital, especially during tough times like the pandemic. Avritti highlights eBay's Seller Capital program, which offers transparent financing solutions tailored to unique business needs. She also recounts inspiring stories of successful sellers who leveraged these financial tools to thrive, showcasing the urgent role of capital in entrepreneurial success.

Lauryn Bosstick, founder of The Skinny Confidential and co-founder of Dear Media, shares her journey in building a thriving community. She reveals how meaningful audience engagement can drive brand loyalty and product launches. The conversation emphasizes the importance of offering value and authenticity before monetization. Lauryn discusses the art of storytelling in branding and the necessity of setting boundaries in community management. Plus, she dives into innovative wellness products, highlighting the benefits of mouth tape for health enthusiasts.

In this engaging discussion, Jeff Wharton, CEO of Bloomin' Blinds, shares his journey in creating BloomScale, a custom AI tool that revolutionizes window treatment services. He highlights how leveraging AI helps employees accurately measure windows and match customers to the perfect products. The conversation dives into the transformative impact of tailored AI solutions on traditional business models, enhancing customer experiences while simplifying operations. Jeff also discusses strategic leadership roles in making AI accessible for all staff, boosting efficiency across the board.

Ever feel unmotivated? Or, ever notice that your team is slumping? You (or they) may be missing a something very specific. According to a revolutionary psychological theory, all humans have the same three basic psychological needs — and if you don't find them in your work, your motivation will drag. In this episode, Jason breaks this theory down, and shows you how to apply it in leadership, parenting, and even self-discovery. This includes audio from one of Jason's live keynote talks; you can learn more about him as a speaker here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason bought a really old rock—and it sparked a fascination with the Neolithic era. In this episode, he’s joined by Dr. John Shea, archaeologist and stone tool expert, for a conversation about the original problem-solvers. They explore how communication became humanity’s superpower, why the stone ax was the first handheld all-purpose tool (and how it’s surprisingly similar to a smartphone), and the ancient problem that shelves were designed to solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every business needs to find product-market fit — and AI can help. How? In this episode, Harvard Business School professor and entrepreneur Jeff Bussgang (author of The Experimental Machine: Finding Product-Market Fit in the Age of AI) walks us through the process. It’s a free consulting session with everything included: step-by-step directions, real examples, and the names of the LLMs you need to know about. If you're ready to use AI in your business but don’t know where to begin—start here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is episode 400 of Problem Solvers, and I've learned a few important things about how to evolve a product! In this episode, I share why you might be WRONG about what makes your product special — and how to keep refining with your audience in mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a simple philosophy. But what does it take to actually achieve? We talk to Jesse Cole, owner of the baseball team Savannah Bananas, about the idea that transformed his business—and how it can work in any industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices