Harry shares his journey from competitive powerlifting and mechanical engineering to building a successful B2B lead generation business in just over a year. • Transitioning from corporate job to entrepreneurship at age 24 • Evolution from social media management to lead generation through trial and error • Building a team strategically by identifying bottlenecks in business operations • Balancing personal purchases with financial discipline in a growing business • Learning from clients as valuab...
Mar 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In this episode, Biro and Amber from Vestd dive into the complexities of co-founder relationships, discussing agile partnerships, structuring agreements, and fostering alignment. Together, they share insights and personal experiences on how to build strong, sustainable startup teams. If you'd like to try out Vestd for Agile Partnerships with your co-founders you're in luck because the team at Vestd has provided us with special discount codes 😍 Use code MF10 for 10% off any subscription for 12 m...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Join us in an inspiring conversation with Sophia Lorimer, a sustainable stylist dedicated to empowering women through mindful fashion. Sophia shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges and her mission to help women feel confident in their own skin. Learn how sustainable style can transform both your wardrobe and mindset. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfit...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 48
In this episode, Sam Thomas, entrepreneur and founder of County Business Clubs, opens up about his journey through business failures, building a thriving community, and the lessons learned along the way. Sam shares his passion for storytelling and how embracing challenges has shaped his success. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfits ⭐ Connect with Biro 👉 https://www...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 2Ep. 47
In this episode, Uta Boellinger, a nutrition expert and wellness advocate, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming health challenges to build a mission-driven practice. Uta dives into the intricacies of nutrition, empowering others to take charge of their health through education and lifestyle changes. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfits ⭐ Connect with Biro 👉 h...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 47 min•Season 2Ep. 46
In this episode, Natasha K Richardson, founder of the TLC Method, explores her journey of resilience and passion for change. Natasha shares how her experiences shaped her approach to helping others rewire their thinking and achieve fulfillment, blending science, spirituality, and strategy. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfits ⭐ Connect with Biro 👉 https://www.linke...
Oct 30, 2024•2 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 45
In this episode, Jess Bruno, content marketer and coach, shares her powerful journey of overcoming health challenges while building a successful business. Jess opens up about her personal battles with illness and how she turned adversity into an opportunity to empower small business owners with authentic marketing strategies. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfits ⭐ C...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 44
In this episode, Kim Slade, founder of Unlost and Touch Video Academy, shares how his passion for adventure and creativity led him to build unique experiences for entrepreneurs and creatives. Discover how Kim blends nature, storytelling, and content creation to inspire founders to unlock their potential. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfits ⭐ Connect with Biro 👉 ht...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 59 min•Season 2Ep. 43
In this episode, Lucy Sambrook, founder of PR for the People, shares her journey from journalism to entrepreneurship, discussing the evolution of PR, managing client expectations, and empowering business owners to take control of their own public relations. ⭐ Subscribe to this channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnH68ixWKdhqD1hPZh3RuzA?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ Join the Misfit Founder community 👉 https://nas.io/misfits ⭐ Connect with Biro 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sir-biro/ ⭐ Connect wi...
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 42
In this episode, Biro chats with Emilia De Stasio, the founder of Artscapy, a groundbreaking platform making art investment more accessible. Emilia shares her journey from economics and finance to launching Artscapy, her insights into art as an asset class, and how data drives both her analytical and creative processes. From the halls of the European Central Bank to managing investment portfolios, Emilia's unique blend of skills and passions brings a fresh perspective on art, finance, and global...
Sep 16, 2024•2 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 41
In this podcast we delve into the journey of Volv's co-founder, Priyanka Vazirani, highlighting the crucial role of founder brand building and content in establishing meaningful connections and partnerships. Priyanka elaborates on the challenges of community building in a B2B context and how Volv addresses these by offering curated nine-second reads for high-performing individuals. The podcast also covers essential startup principles such as having a unified 'North star,' embracing experimentati...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Unlock the secrets behind building high-performing sales teams with Uhubs' game-changing approach to workforce development. This episode features an engaging conversation with one of Uhubs' founders, Matt Milligan, who takes us through the company's innovative journey. Discover how Uhubs' AI-driven software is empowering chief revenue officers and leaders to cultivate top-tier sales talent, moving beyond traditional methods to focus on skill enhancement and performance. From account executives t...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Ever wondered how top companies master the art of positioning to stand out in the crowded tech market? Discover the secrets of April Dunford, a bestselling author and renowned consultant, as she reveals her journey from a marketing executive to a specialist in product positioning. Learn about the nuances of crafting a unique market position and how April’s expertise allows her to spot patterns others miss, ultimately commanding higher rates and delivering exceptional value to her clients. Are yo...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Ever wondered how a former model conquered the world of social media marketing without spending a cent on ads? Gabriel Padilla takes us on a riveting journey from the glitzy catwalks of Los Angeles to the bustling corridors of his successful social media agency. Discover the pivotal moments that led him to harness the power of organic content and DM conversational marketing, transforming followers into loyal customers. Gabriel's story is a testament to the potential of passion and strategic thin...
Jul 16, 2024•3 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Unlock the secrets of the LinkedIn creator economy with our special guest who knows this terrain like the back of their hand. This episode promises to reveal the lucrative opportunities LinkedIn offers that mainstream platforms like Instagram and YouTube miss out on. You’ll hear engaging stories about public speaking, a funny mishap with an event invitation, and a unique perspective on "The Third Door" by Alex Benayan, a book that has changed our guest's approach to success. We tackle the big qu...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Curious about the secrets behind successful product analytics and entrepreneurship? Our latest episode promises to unlock the essence of product-led growth and the delicate art of maintaining minimalism while tracking crucial metrics. We discuss the acquisition and transformative journey of Sherlock, a once-popular product analytics tool, shedding light on the importance of founder instincts and clearly defined roles within a team to foster early-stage development. Ever wondered how to launch a ...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Ever wondered if you truly need to raise capital to build a successful business? Join us as we uncover this critical insight with Philip Braddock a seasoned expert from the Atlassian Ventures team. Throughout our discussion, we explore the types of companies that catch their eye—from innovative startups launching on the Atlassian marketplace to those already in their growth phase. Gain insider knowledge on how Atlassian Ventures offers more than just funding, providing invaluable strategic and m...
Jun 15, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Ever wondered how a founder can leap from a $3 million revenue to tackling the ambitious goal of $100 million ARR? Join us for an engaging conversation with Adam Robinson, the visionary founder and CEO of Retention.com. Adam unveils the innovative technology behind his company, which connects pseudonymous identifiers to personally identifiable information, supercharging marketing workflows for e-commerce leaders like Warby Parker and Dr. Squatch. Listen as he also introduces his latest venture, ...
Jun 07, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 33
How do you scale a company from thousands to tens of thousands of employees without losing your strategic edge? Join us as we host Kevin Indig, an organic growth advisor who’s lent his expertise to industry heavyweights like Shopify, G2, and Atlassian. Kevin shares his wealth of experience managing rapid expansion and the difficulties inherent in hyper-growth environments. You'll gain invaluable insights into the balance between decisive leadership and the risk of over-consensus, along with the ...
May 30, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode, our guest, Ifty Nasir, a former bp executive turned startup visionary, unravels the complexities of equity management and the seismic shift from corporate life to the exhilarating world of entrepreneurship. As founder of Vestd, he shares an array of personal anecdotes and professional insights, guiding us through the creation of a platform revolutionizing how teams and investors approach equity distribution. From the critical moments of decision when to pivot or persevere, to th...
May 27, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 31
When the road to success is paved with potholes of failures and detours of uncertainty, few navigate with the finesse of my guest, Bjorn. An IT entrepreneur with a zest for life that transcends his professional endeavors, Bjorn's story from loading trucks to leadership at Resolution is a a story on resilience, adaptation, and the intricate tango of co-leading a tech powerhouse. As Bjorn imparts his knowledge on the challenges that lace the path of entrepreneurship, from the financial strains to ...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This week I bring you the incredible conversation I had with Christian Reichert, co-founder and co-CEO of Resolution. We journeyed from the comforting nostalgia of early computing to the pulsating heart of today's tech entrepreneurship, unearthing the unique challenges and triumphs that carve the paths of modern tech enthusiasts. Christian's insight into the transition from floppy disks to the digital cloud is more than a trip down memory lane—it's an exploration of how these humble beginnings h...
Apr 29, 2024•2 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 29
This week, I chat to Dr. Claudia, the founder of Bloom Health, a revolutionary new science-backed service tackling the massively overlooked field of chronic pelvic pain in Women's Health. As a scientist who suffers with symptoms herself, Claudia was astounded to learn there has been no research at all in this field. We discuss the shocking bias against women in medical research, and the societal taboos that still exist around conditions such as PCOS, Endometriosis, Vulvodynia and Vaginismus. Cla...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Season 1Ep. 28
This week I'm joined by an entrepreneur and creative all the way from France, Lucie Le Liard, the founder of Positive Impact Studio. We discuss what it takes to make it in the competitive world of creative design agencies, from networking and finding your dream clients to the pressure of marketing yourself and content creation. Lucie reveals how she aligned her work purpose with her morals, resulting in a design studio dedicated to making a positive impact in the world. She shares some of her hi...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Join us through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship as we host the founder of SimplyVAT, Claire Taylor, in this episode of Misfit Founders. Celebrating ten years of helping companies through the complexities of VAT regulations and the challenges of e-commerce, our guest shares the real and unfiltered difficulties of running a business. In the core narrative of SimplyVAT, we are treated to anecdotes from its inception, including initial encounters with one-time fees and pivotal Amazon seller m...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 26
What happens when you build a business centring purpose, people and the planet, over profit? My inspiring guest this week is Emma Anastasi, the founder of Intheflow, a social enterprise on a mission to change gender-biased discourse around periods, save the planet from excess plastic, and tackle period poverty. Em reveals some of the shocking statistics around the damage traditional period products are doing to our planet. From the fact that a single use tampon takes between 500/1,000 years to b...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Paul Myers, the innovative entrepreneur behind Cooler King Electric Bicycles, shares his incredible journey through entrepreneurship so far. A man with a remarkable knack for spotting gaps in the market, Paul came up with Europe's first internet search engine pre-Google, ran the first music download service ahead of Spotify, and worked with Universal Pictures on the very first movie downloads. A self-confessed busies addict, we delve into his fascinating catalogue of endeavours, and talk through...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Season 1Ep. 24
This week I'm sitting down with Christian Owens, co-founder of thriving Saas company Paddle. This episode is a masterclass in what it takes to build a great software product. Christian and I reminisce about our coding days and the thrills of noticing a problem and being able to build a solution for it. Christian reveals what it was like to quit school at 16 to start a profitable business, and 'darkest days' of his entrepreneurship journey so far, and how he overcame them. The start-ups trajector...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Join me as I sit down with Jonathan, the founder of SaaS company Candu, which creates high quality 'no code' users experiences for B2B product-led software companies. Pooling our joint experience in this field, we break down the intricacies of what it takes to build a successful SaaS business, from how to know if you've hit on a great idea, to the best retention and conversion strategies, and the process of getting funding. We discuss the significance of crystallising a company's vision, and rev...
Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Harrison, the co-founder of pioneering software company Paddle, shares his incredible journey with us. From co-founding his company at the tender age of 18, to the 'brutal' realities of being responsible for millions of dollars, and hundreds of employees (plus the wild story of growing from 20-120 employees in just eight months!) We discuss how running a business is a means to control your own destiny, and how to tackle diversity within the tech world so that more people understand it is a caree...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 21
