

Startup Hustle
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.
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May 12, 2022 • 50min
Sex Coaching 401
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway and Kristen Thomas, Owner and Head Coach of Open the Doors Coaching talk about what it's like being a sexologist. Kristen shares what she's been up to since last joining us as a guest on Startup Hustle back in May 2021. Hear details on exactly how Kristen doubled her business revenue and is prioritizing her own passion projects like writing her book on race & dating in America. Gain insights on setting boundaries, explore concepts like sexual wellness and consent, and always remember, "Don't be gross, but don't be afraid either."
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Learn more about Open the Doors Coaching:
https://openthedoorscoaching.com/
Follow Kristen on TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@coachkristen
Learn more about InnovateHER KC:
https://www.innovateherkc.com/
Enjoy former episodes with Kristen:
Episode 121: The Business of Sex Coaching - https://link.chtbl.com/sexcoaching101
Episode 261: Sex Coaching 201 - https://link.chtbl.com/SexCoaching201
Episode 584: Sex Coaching 301 - https://link.chtbl.com/SexCoaching301
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May 11, 2022 • 52min
Succeeding in Oversaturated Markets
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt Watson and Edgar Blazona, President & Founder of BenchMade Modern talk about how to survive and thrive in a crowded industry. Gain key insights into how to create value for your customers, in turn creating brand advocates.
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This episode is sponsored by Canva:
https://www.canva.com/
Learn more about BenchMade Modern:
http://www.benchmademmodern.com
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May 10, 2022 • 60min
Transforming into a Sustainable Brand
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans and Rodrigo Gonzalez, Brand Strategist and Co-Founder of Principium Studio, LLC talk about how to transform into a sustainable brand.
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This episode is sponsored by Canva:
https://www.canva.com/
Learn more about Principium Studio, LLC:
https://principiumstudio.com/
Learn more about Marknology:
https://www.marknology.com/
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May 9, 2022 • 48min
Sh*t You Shouldn’t Do When You Start a Business
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Tricia Meyer, Founder and Managing Attorney of Meyer Law talk about all the stuff you shouldn't do when you first start a business.
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This episode is sponsored by URA:
https://universalregisteredagents.com/startuphustle/
Learn more about Meyer Law:
https://meetmeyerlaw.com/
Learn more about Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Starting a New Business? Tune into this Startup Hustle podcast series:
https://gigb.co/l/3df1
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May 6, 2022 • 54min
Tracking Ownership of NFT Assets
In this episode of Startup Hustle, join Matt Watson and Mario Nawfal, Founder & CEO of NFT Technologies for Part 6 of this NFT series as they discuss how to track ownership of NFT Assets, and touch on so many popular NFT topics in general.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io
Learn more about NFT Technologies:
www.nfttech.com
Listen to the entire NFT Series:
https://gigb.co/l/9Wlp
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May 5, 2022 • 44min
People Over Profits
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway and Ashleigh Wilson, Founder & CEO of AuditMate discuss the importance of maintaining a "people over profits" mindset. Learn about the struggles that many female entrepreneurs face and how to deal with disrespectful clients.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Learn more about AuditMate:
https://auditmate.com/
Learn more about InnovateHER KC:
https://www.innovateherkc.com/
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May 4, 2022 • 46min
Comeback KC Ventures
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Jim Starcev, Solutions Lab Program Manager of KC Digital Drive talk about the Comeback KC Ventures program, and the organization's goals in making Kansas City a digital leader and to improve the quality of life for all people in the region.
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://www.fullscale.io
Learn more about KC Digital Drive:
https://www.kcdigitaldrive.org/
Meet the Comeback KC Ventures 2022 cohort:
https://www.kcsourcelink.com/blog/post/blog/2022/02/08/comeback-kc-ventures-announces-first-7-fellows-to-spur-pandemic-related-innovations
Listen to Startup Hustle's "Digital Transformation" episode featuring KC Digital Drive's Managing Director, Aaron Deacon:
https://link.chtbl.com/Aaron_Deacon
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May 3, 2022 • 57min
A New Retail Concept
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans and Marc Hostovsky, Founder of Minoan talk about a new retail concept filling a gap in the eCommerce space (tiny thumbnail images, be gone).
Learn all about Marc's journey from being a salesperson to an entrepreneur and how he came up with the concept of Native Retail.
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This episode is sponsored by Canva:
https://www.canva.com/
Learn more about Minoan:
https://www.minoanexperience.com/
Learn more about Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
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May 2, 2022 • 48min
Setting Up a Business Entity
In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Melody Ashby, Senior Attorney of Meyer Law talk about how to set up a business entity. Learn about the basics of establishing a business, the various types of business structures available, and which entity is best for your future company.
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This episode is sponsored by URA:
https://universalregisteredagents.com/startuphustle/
Learn more about Meyer Law:
https://meetmeyerlaw.com/
Learn more about Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Starting a New Business? Tune into this Startup Hustle podcast series:
https://gigb.co/l/3df1
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Apr 29, 2022 • 47min
NFT Games and The Play to Earn Economy
In this episode of Startup Hustle, join Matt and Matt for Part 5 of our NFT series as they discuss NFT games and the play to earn economy. Learn about some of the more popular NFT games and how they give users the chance to generate an income stream through playing.
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This episode is sponsored by Canva:
https://www.canva.com/
Learn more about Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Listen to the entire NFT Series:
https://gigb.co/l/9Wlp
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