Grit Daily Startup Show

The Gritdaily Startup podcast hosted by Sebastian Rusk is the perfect resource for anyone looking to launch a successful business. In a recent episode, Sebastian was joined by Patrick Ward, VP of Marketing at the custom software development agency Rootstrap, to discuss the company's 11 year history and the concept of 'near-shoring'. During the podcast, Patrick shared his insights on putting a structured process in place and what business owners should be mindful of while scaling their businesses in this new era of technology. He also shared that while offshoring can bring great benefits, he has personally found diminishing returns, and urged caution when it comes to costs. With Sebastian's guidance and Patrick's valuable input, listeners can further their understanding of near-shoring, and gain the knowledge to better equip themselves and their businesses for success. Tune into The Gritdaily Startup to find out more.Timestamps0:00:08.504721 - The Success of Rootstrap: A Conversation with Vice President Patrick of Marketing.0:03:51.589950 - The Benefits and Challenges of Near Shoring.0:07:49.622920 - Maximizing Benefits While Limiting Technology Costs in the Post-Pandemic Era.Best Quotes"Imagine that, the good, the bad, and what we like to call the gritty.""So our main claim to fame is we are the tech team behind master class. So in the last couple of years of the craziness of the pandemic, if you decide to learn a Gordon Ramsay recipe, that was using our technology.""Just because you have an engineering team doesn't mean you have all the skills that you need. And if you don't have all the skills you need, that's where you might employ us to augment that team with a set of specific technical skills.""What we saw out of the disruption of the pandemic was people, you know, took for granted the way that people could construct their startup. What you saw was you know, I can offshore my entire operations. I can take him to all different parts of the world. Maybe if I have manufacturing, I'm going to China. If I have technical needs, I'm going to India. And people have realized that while that was a legitimate strategy at that point in time, it makes you very vulnerable to any shocks to the system.""And that's where this concept of near-shoring comes into play. And what is nearshoring? Nearshoring is basically getting the benefits of offshoring, but doing it within your time zone to countries that are more closely aligned with your culture and your values."All Quotes"Imagine that, the good, the bad, and what we like to call the gritty.""So I'm the VP of Marketing at Rootstrap, and Rootstrap is a custom software development agency, but I always say that means nothing to know 1. Because there's thousands and thousands of software developers.""So our main claim to fame is we are the tech team behind master class. So in the last couple of years of the craziness of the pandemic, if you decide to learn a Gordon Ramsay recipe, that was using our technology.""Just because you have an engineering team doesn't mean you have all the skills that you need. And if you don't have all the skills you need, that's where you might employ us to augment that team with a set of specific technical skills.""Maybe you have a set of programming languages that you want to incorporate into your business to achieve a certain outcome. That's one way. And then the other way is what we call the product litigation way. And that's where you're bringing something completely new to life.""What we saw out of the disruption of the pandemic was people, you know, took for granted the way that people could construct their startup. What you saw was you know, I can offshore my entire operations. I can take him to all different parts of the world. Maybe if I have manufacturing, I'm going to China. If I have technical needs, I'm going to India. And people have realized that while that was a legitimate strategy at that point in time, it makes you very vulnerable to any shocks to the system.""And that's where this concept of near-shoring comes into play. And what is nearshoring? Nearshoring is basically getting the benefits of offshoring, but doing it within your time zone to countries that are more closely aligned to you. So before.""Transportation and distance still matters. And that's really what we've seen in a lot of these supply chain shocks is no longer can you just take for granted that I can start a drop shipping business and get my manufacturing done in China, and there'll be no issues whatsoever.""I think, realistically, the parts that are the most challenging are really the process oriented components of your business because I meet so many startup founders that are super excited about what they're going to bring to market.""But if you realistically look at what separates, you know, the true unicorns versus, you know, the people who just have an idea and it peters out, it really comes down to execution.""It's not just enough to have an idea because there are millions of good ideas. But can you put a structured process in place? Can you make sure that you have a scalable business model? Can you earn some revenue while keeping your costs low?""Do it in a way that allows you to be around for 05:10, 20 years. And that might not be the sexy headline growth. Right? If you get the process right in the first instance, you'll be around for the long term.""I think the grittiest part definitely comes to managing scale. And what I mean by that is inevitably, once you start catching on to some kind of product market fit, that's usually the temptation to pour gasoline on the fire.""Everyone thinks if I add more resources that I'm just going to inevitably grow more and you know, we hear these concepts like the hockey stick growth. In my experience, you actually get a lot of diminishing returns.""You've got to be really mindful of the fact that you can't just expect that every single resource you deploy as you scale to be as effective as you were at the initial stage. So if you can be mindful of that, keep those costs tempered so that you continue to have that nice margin in your startup that's what's really gonna allow you to be successful."TopicsThe Benefits of Working with Rootstrap: An Interview with Patrick, VP of MarketingNear Shoring and Creating a Scalable Business ModelThe Cost of Technology in the Years Ahead.Blog PostExploring the "Gritty" Behind Startups: A Conversation with Patrick, VP of Marketing at RootstrapIt's very hard to scale those teams for bursts of activity, or for spikes in traffic or for new products and features that you want to develop. So the idea would be that you have an engineering team, and we join them temporarily as an external resource. Blog Post 1Topic: Rootstrap – A Custom Software Development AgencyHave you ever heard of Rootstrap? This custom software development agency has been around for 11 years and is the tech team behind master class. It works to transform companies and bring digital solutions to an extraordinary spectrum of enterprises, celebrities, and more. But what exactly is Rootstrap and how does it work? In the latest episode of The Gritdaily Startup featuring special guest Patrick Ward, the VP of Marketing at Rootstrap, we discussed the ins and outs of this custom software development agency.As Patrick explains, “there's basically two ways that someone might engage with some of our services. Either they've got an existing tech team or they're looking to start something from scratch.” With an existing tech team, Rootstrap can join in temporarily as an external resource, supporting them for bursts of activity, in moments of high-traffic, or for new products and features.As for starting something from scratch, Rootstrap can create a team from the ground up using its vast web of resources. Patrick goes on to discuss the expertise that comes with working with Rootstrap. “We bring a lot of experience with delivering tactical projects, and I think that's something that distinguishes us from other development teams. We're not just developers, we actually help advise businesses on process and on operations as well.”If you’ve ever been curious about this cutting-edge custom software development agency, here are three tips to help you get started:1. Consider whether you already have an existing tech team and could benefit from external resources.2. Research the level of expertise that comes with working with the Rootstrap team.3. Understand the process of building a team from scratch and creating digital solutions for your business.If you’d like to learn more about Rootstrap and find out firsthand how this custom software development agency works, you don’t want to miss out on this episode of The Gritdaily Startup. Tune in to find up-to-date insights to take your projects to the next level.Blog Post 2Topic: Digital SolutionsThe world of digital solutions is growing more and more complex by the day, and to keep up with the times, it’s important to stay informed on topics such as custom software development agencies. Patrick Ward, the VP of Marketing at Rootstrap, was a guest in this episode of The Gritdaily Startup to explain the workings of this 11-year-old industry.As Patrick explains, “We bring a lot of experience with delivering tactical projects and I think that's something that distinguishes us from other development teams. We’re not just developers, we actually help advise businesses on process and on operations as well.”You can use digital solutions to create an existing tech team or start something from the ground up. If you have a team already in place, you can bring in some external resources to assist in times of high demand or when creating new products or features. However, if you’re creating something from scratch, you can rely on Rootstrap for a wealth of resources to help you develop the best digital solutions for your business.If you want to know more about digital solutions, here are three tips to help you understand how to make the most of this technology:1. Establish the resources you need for your existing tech team and for getting up and running from scratch.2. Develop the processes needed to deliver the best quality results.3. InvestSocial PostPost 1) Are you curious about what goes into a successful startup? Want to get a behind the scenes look? Tune in to the Gritdaily Startup podcast featuring Patrick Ward, VP of Marketing at Rootstrap, and discover the good, the bad, and the gritty! #GritdailyStartup #Innovation #Startup #StartupJourney #Tech #SoftwareDevelopment #Entrepreneur #MasterClass #PandemicPost 2) Patrick Ward, VP of Marketing at Rootstrap, joins host Sebastian Rusk to the Gritdaily Startup podcast to discuss the world of startup and what it takes to make it in the tech industry-from custom software development, to resources and running out of steam! Listen to the full episode and discover what goes into a successful launch. #ListenNow #GritdailyStartup #Innovation #Startup #StartupJourney #Tech #SoftwareDevelopment #Entrepreneur #MasterClass #PandemicPost 3) Get a behind-the-scenes look into how master-class-level technology launches are made with Patrick Ward, VP of Marketing at Rootstrap, and Sebastian Rusk on the Gritdaily Startup Podcast! Hear about the good, the bad, and the gritty of startups and leave inspired. 🎤 🎧 🤩 #GritdailyStartup #Innovation #Startup #StartupJourney #Tech #SoftwareDevelopment #Entrepreneur #MasterClass #PandemicEpisode Links:Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Patrick WardWebsiteLinkedInTwitterCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the Grit Daily Startup Show where your host Sebastian Rusk, features guests like Nathan Hatzfeld, a business developer for the layer 1 blockchain Syscoin. Nathan offers listeners insight into the major challenges facing blockchains today, from user experience to scalability to compliance. He outlines the advantages of a modular blockchain like Solana, which provides high speed, and is built with a separation of concerns in mind. Nathan also shares his experience in building product and shares advice about how to make products in bear markets like the dot com bubble. Tune in to the Grit Daily Startup show to discover the latest in the blockchain world with Nathan Hatzfeld!Key Takeaways:The Challenges of Blockchain Technology for the Average Person and Real World Assets Tokenization.Exploring the Benefits of Solana: A Full Stack Modular BlockchainThe Benefits of Building a Business During a Bear MarketTopics with Timestamps:[00:04:52] The Challenges Faced by the Average Person with Blockchain Technology and Tokenizing Real World Assets.[00:09:14] Investigating the Advantages of Solana: A Modular, End-to-End Blockchain[00:13:44] The Advantages of Establishing a Business During a Bear Market Notable Quotes:"Blockchain is a database. And in traditional databases, there is one node that determines the state of the database. In blockchain, you have a community of nodes that must reach consensus on what the state of the database is." "The big challenge of blockchains as we know it today is a UI/UX in understanding how that works." "The scalability dilemma or just the general blockchain dilemma is where you have scalability to search decentralization and security. And that any gain in one area necessitates a recession than the other." "Once the compliancy rails are figured out, and this is something we've been focused on for a long time, the onboarding of real world assets tokenized is gonna start happening real quick."Resources The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Nathan HatzfeldLinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing The Gritdaily Podcast with Sebastian Rusk, the podcast that dives into the exciting world of startups and shares journeys and advice from the industry. In this episode, Sebastian interviews David Weiss, the CEO of Whimstay, a company that facilitates travelers to book vacation properties. Tune in to hear them discuss the company's recent partnership with Google Travel. Find out what products and features are set to be released to enhance the search experience, engagement with guests, flexibility for travelers and conversion for property owners. They also discuss the expansion of the company across North America and into Europe at the end of the year. Listen now and learn more about startups and vacation rentals!Key Takeaways:The Benefits of a Partnership with Google Travel for Whimstay Vacation PropertiesImproving Search Experience and Travel FlexibilityTopics with Timestamps:[00:03:51] The Benefits of a Partnership with Google Travel for Wim's Day Vacation Properties[00:07:22] Improving Search Experience and Travel FlexibilityNotable Quotes:“I really believe that I didn't get my first real job until I was 43, 10 years ago.”“I came to believe that I was a startup emerging growth operator, trapped in an investment banker’s body.”“We exist to attract incremental travelers with great discounts and generate incremental bookings for those property managers.”Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with David WeissInstagramTwitterLinkedInFacebookWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grit Daily Startup is the podcast to listen to if you want to know what goes on behind the scenes at startups. Host Sebastian Rusk interviews major innovators in the industry like this week's guest, Michael Molinet, founder and former COO of mobile app company Branch. John Defterios from TechCrunch joins them for a discussion on the tech ecosystem's reset and the highs and lows of the startup process. Through their insightful conversation, Rusk and Molinet drive home the message that entrepreneurs need grit to stick through the hard things and that consistent action is what leads to success - not the wins. Tune in to Grit Daily Startup for the best insider look at the world of startups.Topics Discussed and Key Points:-The Tech Ecosystem Reset with Slack CEO John Defterios-The Power of Grit for Entrepreneurs-The Power of Consistency in Achieving SuccessTimestamps:[00:03:26] The Tech Ecosystem Reset with Slack CEO John Defterios[00:06:24] The Power of Grit for Entrepreneurs[00:09:21] The Power of Consistency in Achieving SuccessNotable Quotes:"But if you have the persistence, if you have the grit, if you have the resilience, all of that builds up over time and you build up that shell.""The freedom that comes with being an entrepreneur, being a startup founder, being able to do your own thing and make your own schedule and then decide what's important.""On the days that you most want to not do it when you most want to stay in bed, those are the days when you absolutely have to do it.""Just do something because it's not going to be the first idea or the second idea, but that'll lead you eventually to something that might work. But you just have to start doing something. If you don't start, you'll never come up with the perfect, you know, idea or business just sitting in a room thinking about it."Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Michael MolinetLinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sebastian Rusk hosts The Gritdaily Startup podcast, where he dives into the fascinating world of startups and speaks to business professionals to uncover what it takes to get ahead. In this episode, he talks to Thuy Pham, co-founder and CEO of franchise company Spectrum Tuition. Thuy emphasizes the importance of persistence and grit as the toughest part of the startup process. She suggests that anyone thinking of starting a business systematize as much of it as possible right away, to set yourself up for eventual success. Tune in to the Gritdaily Startup podcast to hear the inspirational stories and advice from successful and ambitious business professionals.Topics Discussed and Key Points:-Education-based Solutions for Financial Planning-The Challenges of Starting a Business: Exploring Grit and Persistence.-Systematizing Your Business for an Exit Strategy.Timestamps:[00:03:56] Education-based Solutions for Financial Planning[00:07:47] The Challenges of Starting a Business: Exploring Grit and Persistence.[00:11:15] Systematizing Your Business for an Exit Strategy.Notable Quotes:"Just persistence, I suppose, you know, that grit like what we're talking about. Just not being able to give up.""You can be scared, and you can run away, or you can be scared and just do it anyway.""Anything that can be replicated, you know, just to make sure that you're developing a system.""When they are to sell the business, they probably won't be able to get the price that they want because they don't come with the business."Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Thuy PhamLinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gritdaily Startup podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the tech and finance space. Hosted by Sebastian Rusk, it dives deep into important topics and trends with expert guests like Siddarth Patil from Comdex. In this episode, Siddarth talks about Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and how it has the potential to disrupt traditional financial services. He also emphasizes the importance of having a team making contributions with a shared vision. Siddarth shares insights on how to build a successful startup and the lessons learned from the latest crypto crashes. Tune into Gritdaily Startup and join Sebastian and guests as they discuss the future of technology and finance. Topics Discussed and Key Points:-Decentralized Finance (DeFi)-The Benefits of Decentralized Financial Systems-Lessons Learned from the Crypto Space in 2020-2022-The Challenges and Rewards of Running a Successful Startup-Exploring Grid Daily with Host Sebastian RuskTimestamps:[00:03:04] Decentralized Finance (DeFi)[00:06:04] The Benefits of Decentralized Financial Systems[00:09:09] Lessons Learned from the Crypto Space in 2020-2022[00:12:16] The Challenges and Rewards of Running a Successful Startup[00:15:29] Exploring Grid Daily with Host Sebastian RuskNotable Quotes:"So, you know, not everyday lives today. When you think about what finance means to us, a large part of it is just banking where, you know, you have your money that you work for with the jobs that you do. You typically trust a bank where you, you know, deposit all your money into a bank and you and you count on them to, you know, always have that money when you need it.""What'd 5 is essentially decentralized finance, which is d 5 So how this how Defy differs from what we know as finance is that it's ultimately the decentralization of it you know, when you deposit your funds in a bank, you're trusting an entity, which is the bank that you, you know, you deal with.""And as and when you need the funds, you kind of, you know, kind of do withdrawals with your bank and get your funds out of the bank. But in the past, on several occasions, you know, we've witnessed cases where multiple or when a large set of customers of banks have, you know, tried to withdraw their funds out of the bank simultaneously. Banks haven't been actually able to, you know, provide them that.""So, the whole movement of crypto began with the ideology of self-custody where as long as I have 1 Bitcoin in my wallet, at any given point in.""If not us, who, and if not now, when?""The focus of, I think, running a startup well is every member that's, you know, contributing to it should want to put in that hundred percent and should have complete alignment in doing that.""It kind of strengthens our conviction in building decentralized systems when you see centralized systems fail again and again.""The grittiest part of it is, you know, I mean, it's kind of it really depends on the individual journeys of every person who's building a startup. Each 1 will have a unique journey in them in their in their own regards.""Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Siddarth PatilLinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Sebastian Rusk, Grit Daily's Startup Show explores the power of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and how businesses can leverage this technology to simplify commerce. The show recently featured Niftmint's Founder and CEO Jonathan Blanco, who discussed the revolutionary potential of NFTs, which can be used to create digital "twins" of physical objects like receipts. An example is Nike, who used NFTs to create digital artifacts. After the acquisition, NFTs became an integral part of their strategy. Starbucks is another example that has yet to publicly implement NFTs. Sebastian argues that Crypto Tech is better than incumbent tech and that NFTs are better than JPEGs and PMGs. Most people, who may not realize it, will be interacting with NFTs every single day. Grit Daily's Startup Show is an essential resource for businesses to get accurate and informative advice on how to use Web3 for their brand.You don’t want to miss it! Key Takeaways:Nike's Use of NFTs as Part of their Business Strategy Digital Transformation in the Retail Industry The Advantages of NFTs Compared to JPEGs and PMGs Exploring the Benefits of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) The Dangers of Misunderstanding Web 3 and NFTsTopics with Timestamps:[00:03:49] Nike's Utilization of NFTs for Their Business Strategy[00:07:35] Transforming Retail through Digital Technologies[00:11:01] Exploring the Benefits of NFTs in Contrast to JPEGs and PMGs[00:14:24] Examining the Advantages of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)[00:18:12] The Risks of Misinterpreting Web3 and NFTsNotable Quotes:"So I've known Justin Wu since I got into crypto in 2017. He's actually from Seattle also. We've done a handful of events together or supported each other. And I just think he does a really good job. Him and his team do a really, really good job of putting on events, talking to, you know, bringing the right people in, having the right topics, no shilling. They just do such a good job. So anything I can do to support DCentral and Justin and his team, I'm always going to do it."“Our belief system is that the majority of NFT drops that brands have done is actually the incorrect way for them to offer NFTs to their customer base.""We see a world where basically anything that's physical has a digital equivalent to it. Think of it like a receipt. Not that Nike's doing that yet, I see them doing that soon. Because even outside of the NFT context, when you get a pair of Jordans or you get a shoe drop, they actually give you, like, this really cool PDF or PNG that says, got them, you know, in a picture of the shoes. So why not have that be an NFT for example?""We don't see the majority of brands offering NFTs to their consumer bases, the same way that we see this from you know, some of these projects that you see here. Because when you think about what an NFT really is, it's simply just a better JPEG."Boring NFTs will rule the world. I believe that everything will be an NFT. Everything will be tokenized.""Resources The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Jonathan BlancoLinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grit Daily Start Up brings you an insightful conversation with Sebastian Rusk and Jennifer Hicks, director of law at Capital Fund Law Group. Jennifer shares her industry experience and navigational expertise, bringing her wealth of knowledge to the podcast. Through her work in law enforcement and Capital Fund Law Group, Jennifer has become an expert in advising startups on investments and funds. Tune in for an insightful and informative chat about the startup industry.Topics Discussed and Key Points:-Navigating Business Fundraising and Investment Management with Jennifer Hicks of Capital Fund Law Group-The Benefits of NetworkingTimestamps:[00:03:59] Navigating Business Fundraising and Investment Management with Jennifer Hicks of Capital Fund Law Group[00:08:00] The Benefits of NetworkingNotable Quotes:"My prayer was short and sweet. It was, I would say, a bit over 5 years that I served in law enforcement.""I love to get to know our clients and build that relationship, not just with our clients, but a lot of people within the industry, family offices, investors, providers that work with managers.""In terms of worst experiences, in general, I think, as a woman in the industry, sometimes it can be difficult to receive the type of respect that 1 of my male colleagues might.""Don't give up, don't start before you're ready, but find people that are going to help you progress and teach you along the way in Mentorio. That's how you'd become successful in any type of startup.""Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian Rusk:TwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Jennifer Hicks:LinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Grit Daily Startup podcast with host Sebastian Rusk! On this episode, Sebastian interviews Patrick Frank, the founder and CEO of Float Factory, a company that creates the world's craziest inflatable toys. Patrick shares how he was fired from every job he ever had and how he managed to turn his experience into a successful business. They discuss one of the company's products, the 2023 water float, which has made over a million dollars in sales since it went viral. For Patrick, the best part of the startup process is the freedom of creativity. He encourages people to think about grit and to show up every day and put their best effort into their work. If you keep going, you will start to solve problems and achieve success. Tune in and listen to Sebastian and Patrick's discussion to gain inspiration and motivation!Key Takeaways:The Success of the 2023 Water Float The Freedom of Creativity in the Startup Process Grit and Consistency: The Key to Overcoming ChallengesTopics with Timestamps:[00:03:18] Making a Viral Inflatable Toy[00:06:18] The Creative Freedom within the Startup Process[00:09:05] Grit and Sustained EffortNotable Quotes:"The only person that you can rely on is really yourself." "Creativity is freedom." "Success is doing the things that other people are afraid to do." "All you have to do is just take the steps. Right? So that's it."Resources: The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Patrick FrankLinkedInWebsiteCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sebastian Rusk brings listeners into the world of gaming on the Grit Daily Startup Show. In this episode, Sebastian talks with Soufia Trabelsi to discuss topics from decentralized networks, to investments, to the distinctions of web3 and crypto, to the traditional IP entering the web3 space, and even open source communities. Soufia shares their insight on the gaming world and sees potential web3 far beyond just gaming. They believe ownership will no longer be a luxury, but a necessity within the next 1-2 years. Most importantly, everyone is open to rewarding conversations with the community-driven atmosphere. Tune in to the Grit Daily Startup Show to hear more inspiring conversations just like this!Key Takeaways:Investing in Intellectual Property and Early Stage ProjectsThe Potential of Web 3 Beyond GamingThe Value of IP Ownership in Video GamesCommunication and Community Support in Open Source ProjectsTopics with Timestamps:[00:03:44] Investing in Intellectual Property and Initiating Early Stage Projects[00:07:13] The Possibilities of Web 3.0 Beyond Gaming[00:10:38] The Importance of Ownership of Intellectual Property in Video Games[00:14:04] Community Engagement and Support in Open Source ProjectsNotable Quotes:"It's a model that intrinsically works.""It's all about evolution.""The market right now for gaming is very speculative. It's more of an investor model, and I think we're gonna head more towards the gamer first model which I really hope to see you within the next 1 to 2 years.""Resources The Grit Daily PodcastConnect with Sebastian RuskTwitterFacebookLinkedInConnect with Soufia TrabelsiLinkedinCall to ActionIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support us, please subscribe on the platform you listen to podcasts from, leave a review and share with your friends. We’d greatly appreciate it!Support the show: https://hype.co/@gritdailynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.