
Startup Hustle
Startup Hustle is a podcast for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs. With the mission of telling the real story of startups and entrepreneurs, topics range from funding to failure and beyond. If you want to start, own, or build a business then you're in the right place.
Latest episodes

Jul 27, 2023 • 42min
Transforming Money Management for Couples
Join Lauren Conaway and Emily Luk, co-founder and CEO of Plenty, to delve into the fascinating world of transforming money management for couples. Discover the challenges couples face when planning their finances and the significance of providing equitable access to financial tools and products. Tune in as they explore how Plenty caters to individuals with diverse financial backgrounds, empowering couples to efficiently manage, plan, and achieve their financial goals.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Plenty:
https://www.withplenty.com
Learn more about Innovate HER KC:
https://innovateherkc.com
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Jul 26, 2023 • 52min
The Future of Robotics: Innovating with AI
Join Matt DeCoursey and Benji Barash, Co-Founder & CEO of Roboto AI, to explore the exciting world of robotics and AI innovation. Discover the true essence of robotics, how Roboto AI accelerates robot production for companies, and the wide-ranging benefits of integrating AI across industries. Listen in as they delve into the unique challenges and opportunities of raising capital as a startup in the robotics and AI sector.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Roboto AI:
https://www.roboto.ai
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Jul 25, 2023 • 57min
Streamlining Your Processes on Amazon
Join Andrew Morgans and Vanessa Hung, Founder & CEO of Online Seller Solutions, as they discuss streamlining your Amazon processes. Listen to Andrew and Vanessa explore growth and lean modes and how to navigate them. They also share the importance of recognizing where your business is growing, gaining momentum, and knowing the cost of growth.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Online Seller Solutions:
https://www.onlinesellersolutions.com
Learn more about Marknology:
https://www.marknology.com
Listen to Vanessa's earlier Startup Hustle episodes:
Amazon International Expansion - https://link.chtbl.com/AmazonExpansion
Why Professional Curiosity Wins on Amazon - https://link.chtbl.com/winonamazon
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Jul 24, 2023 • 45min
Chicken or Egg: Founders vs Ecosystems
Join Matt Watson and Chris Heivly, Managing Director of Chris Heivly, for a discussion about founders versus ecosystems and which comes first. Listen to them dig into why startup ecosystems are so important in and for communities. Matt and Chris also talk about Chris’s latest book, Build the Fort, the role of corporations in building startup ecosystems, and what founders need the most.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Chris Heivly:
http://heivly.com
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Jul 21, 2023 • 55min
Nonprofit Fundraising
Join Matt DeCoursey and Kenny Liner, CEO of Holler and Hum Music for a discussion centered around nonprofit fundraising. Matt and Kenny discuss the difference between raising money for nonprofit and for-profit organizations. Additionally, the pair share best practices in making pitch decks, how to overcome economic downturns, and more key advice to entrepreneurs in the nonprofit sector.
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Jul 20, 2023 • 48min
Expanding Your Business with Multimedia Magic
Join Lauren Conaway and Shae Perry, Multimedia Specialist at Crux KC & On-Air Personality at Carter Broadcast Group, as they talk about expanding your business with multimedia magic. Hear the importance of storytelling in marketing and how to navigate helping clients in sharing their own stories. Shae and Lauren emphasize the advantages of using new tools, such as AI, to reach your target audience. Enjoy gaining a deeper understanding of how providing an experience helps expand your brand.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Crux KC:
https://cruxkc.com
Learn more about InnovateHER KC:
https://innovateherkc.com
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Jul 19, 2023 • 49min
Secrets to Buying Back Time
Join Matt DeCoursey and Jacob Mead, CEO & Founder of Jacob K. Mead, as they discuss how you can earn back your time as a business owner. The duo shares their thoughts on understanding your value, learning to say no, opportunity cost, and why it is crucial for founders to learn how to step away from their businesses.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
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https://jacobkmead.com
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Jul 18, 2023 • 56min
Mastering the Startup Mindset
Join Andrew Morgans and Adam Gillman, Co-Founder and COO of Hiya Health Products LLC, as they talk about overcoming early startup challenges and essentially how to master your startup mindset. The duo digs into Adam’s entrepreneurial journey full of challenges, failures, and successes. They also share their opinions on the challenges of depending on a group of people, dealing with all the red tape, losing confidence, and the importance of believing in yourself.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Hiya Health Products LLC:
https://hiyahealth.com
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https://www.marknology.com
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Jul 17, 2023 • 48min
How Mission-Driven Leaders Build Trust
Join Matt Watson and Rusty Shelton, Founder and Chairman of Zilker Media, as they talk about how mission-driven leaders build trust through creating visibility. Rusty and Matt discuss why founders and leaders should be the face of their brands instead of generic logos. Additionally, they share the secrets of getting over impostor syndrome, organizing your content, and best practices for founders to achieve influencer marketing status.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
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Learn more about Rusty Shelton:
https://rustyshelton.com
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Jul 14, 2023 • 47min
Blending AI and Human Touch
Join Matt DeCoursey and Aaron Lee, Founder & CEO of Smith.ai, as they talk about blending AI with human touch. Listen to them discuss how to increase customer engagement by using AI. They also talk about why adapting technology too late can lead to missed opportunities, why AI needs human supervision, its current limitations and what they think the future of AI holds.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about Smith.ai:
https://smith.ai
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