157. Tech trends and rumors from the advertising Oscars Jun 28, 2023

Tech and advertising are intertwined: ads is where Big Tech makes most of its money. Learn about the biggest trends in tech from the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity.

You'll hear about developments and trends at Twitter, Meta and TikTok, as well as see what overhyped tech is behind us and what...

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156. Why most digital transformations fail Jun 20, 2023

According to McKinsey, 70% of digital transformations fail to meet their goals. And yet, these multi-million dollar projects remain a priority for every major CEO. 

In this episode, you'll learn from Matthew Domo about why these projects fail and what to focus on to make them succeed. (Clue:...

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155. How generative AI is changing business and the economy Jun 14, 2023

ChatGPT reached 100 million users in just 2 months after launch, and generative AI has already changed how many professionals do their jobs today. But, how has it already changed business and how will it impact the economy?

In this episode, you will hear from Professor Avi Goldfarb, co-author of...

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154. How to price your app Jun 07, 2023

There is no template for pricing apps or Software as a Service products, because each product is always a solution to a problem. Some problems are more important than others, and some are harder to solve.

But, you can use frameworks to decide what price to launch and how to iterate. 

In this...

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153. Social graph vs Interest graph: AI lessons from TikTok & Instagram May 31, 2023

Would you rather listen to a song by an artist you already love? Or an unknown artist and try something new? 

Most people want a combination of the familiar and the new.

In social media terms, this is the social graph vs the interest graph. The social graph refers to content from your...

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152. The Non-Technical Founder's introduction to working with outsourced developers May 24, 2023

If you have an idea for an app or a tech business, but no tech skills to build it, this episode is for you.

You will hear from Natalie Kaminski, founder of Jet Rockets, whose development company works specifically with non-technical founders.

In this episode, you will learn: 

  • ...
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151. Design Thinking for career and venture growth May 17, 2023

Design Thinking, first developed at Stanford, is the strength behind tech companies like Airbnb and Snap. Great design was the foundation of Apple and Steve Jobs's obsession.

Design Thinking is a methodology for making decisions, and knowing when to pivot and when to preserve.

You can design...

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150. What all innovators can learn from the massive gaming industry May 10, 2023

The online gaming market is HUGE. Revenue in the online games market is projected to reach US $26.1 billion in 2023. Games developers have also had to solve some of the toughest problems in tech.

And yet, the gaming sector does not receive as much attention in the press as other sectors like...

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149. What business leaders must tell technologists to build great products May 03, 2023

Product makers know how to make a product. But technologists do not know whom the product is for and what their aim is.

When it comes to working with the tech product team, a business leader's job is to represent the user and their needs.

Listen to this episode to hear three key insights...

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148. What I didn't get at Chicago Booth for $180,000 Apr 27, 2023

An MBA from a top school can be a great investment. But most business schools have not updated their curricula for the Digital Age and the new world of work. 

Listen to this episode to hear what Sophia Matveeva loved about her MBA and the two vital skillsets her business school didn't teach....

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147. The REAL way to get investors + top jobs Apr 19, 2023

Why do some people struggle to be valued for their skillset while others have opportunities coming to them? 

Most jobs do not get advertised. VCs turn down most of the start-ups that pitch to them.

And yet, recruiters work to track down candidates and investors hustle to get on the best...

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146. How to get headhunted Apr 12, 2023

Having a digital skillset isn't enough. You must be SEEN as a Digital Leader & KNOWN for your expertise.

Listen to this podcast episode if you want opportunities to come to you. 

You will learn:

  • How headhunters and conference organizers look for candidates and speakers
  • Why your...
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