Problem Solvers
Entrepreneur Media
You have business problems. This show has solutions. Each week, Entrepreneur’s Editor in Chief Jason Feifer digs deep with entrepreneurs and CEOs — identifying the major problems they faced, the solutions that worked, and how YOU can put them to use in your business. No fluff, all tactics. Let’s solve your problems.
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Nov 20, 2023 • 33min
When You Have A Solution People Don't Know They Need
Entrepreneur Garry Cooper discusses how his company Rheaply addresses the problem of resource management in large companies. They created innovative software to help employees find and reuse items, reducing unnecessary purchases and waste. The challenge was getting clients to recognize the problem and value the solution. Cooper highlights the importance of passion, recruiting champions, and providing empirical data to demonstrate the value of their solution.
Nov 13, 2023 • 35min
How to Leave Social Media and Still Grow Your Business
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Nov 6, 2023 • 28min
He Got 450,000 Newsletter Subcribers by Sharing "Nice News"
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Oct 30, 2023 • 37min
Why "People First" Is Better Than "Customer First"
The podcast explores the shift from 'customer first' to 'people first' in business strategies, emphasizing the importance of understanding individuals beyond being just consumers. It discusses the significance of valuing people in product design and tailoring products to fit consumers' preferences. The conversation also highlights the success of a 'people first' approach in increasing ridership for a bus service in New Jersey.
Oct 23, 2023 • 40min
Who Should Solve Our Biggest Problems?
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Oct 16, 2023 • 26min
How to Be More Human In A Time of AI
Cal Fussman is a master storyteller, and he's been thinking a lot about AI lately. Why? "This debate between authenticity and artificial intelligence is the battle of the next millennium," he says. When robots can communicate for us, how can we be more human? When we can automate much of our writing and production, how do we share our authentic selves and connect to others? These questinos have never been more important, and Cal — host of the podcast "Big Questions" and former Esquire writer who's interviewed major celebrities and CEOs — has some very surprising answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 9, 2023 • 28min
How to Tell Sexy Stories About Unsexy Brands
David Lee, Squarespace CCO, shares his approach for marketing unsexy brands, emphasizing the importance of owning your online space and creating innovative storytelling. He discusses the limitations of using chat GPT for creative tasks and explores the benefits of a clarifying exercise to inspire new ideas and identity exploration.
Oct 2, 2023 • 27min
Small Biz Special: How A Magic Show Became Popular
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Sep 25, 2023 • 23min
How to Sound Smart and Memorable, Anytime
Learn how to speak confidently and intelligently in spontaneous situations. Understand the importance of structure in communication and explore techniques to improve speaking skills. Discover the role of structure and signposting in podcasting and communication. Enhance conversations through paraphrasing and effective listening. Understand the value of active listening and determining the bottom line in communication.
Sep 18, 2023 • 28min
Can An Entrepreneur Be An Activist?
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