Raw and Real Entrepreneurship
Get ready to step into the unfiltered world of entrepreneurship with the award-winning entrepreneur Susan Sly on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship podcast. Recognized and featured by major media outlets such as Forbes, MIT Sloan Management Review, CNBC, Fox, and CNN, Susan brings an exceptional blend of real-world experience and hard-earned knowledge to the podcasting stage.
As the co-founder of a leading AI company, Susan harnesses her unique insider perspective to explore the hearts and minds of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs. She presents candid, in-depth conversations that uncover the realities of their journeys, featuring enlightening discussions with illustrious founders like Glenn Stearns, Jesse Itzler, and Brandon Steiner.
The Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast is a dynamic and insightful show dedicated to revealing the unfiltered truths of entrepreneurship with new interviews every week. Through compelling stories and personal anecdotes, guests share their highs and lows, offering listeners a glimpse into the perseverance, resilience, and hard work required to navigate the unpredictable landscape of business ownership. From startup struggles to strategic growth, each episode provides valuable insights, practical advice, and actionable takeaways for aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike.
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245. Go From Dragging Your Butt to Kicking But...
Sleep is essential, but how do you know if you're getting enough? Does it seem like your energy levels are just too low no matter how much sleep you get or what you do during the day? If so, then this video is for you! Dr. Michael Breus, a global...
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244. What It Takes to Survive a Crisis - With J...
What does it take to survive a crisis? Life is full of ups and downs, but how do you react when the bottom falls out? I’m talking about a diagnosis. I’m talking about injury. I’m talking about loss. In this interview, Josh Komen, a former...
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243. How to Manifest Money - Interview With Jul...
Do you feel you're doing everything correctly, but the money isn't coming in? There are several possible explanations for this. In this interview, Julie Foucht, a certified coach, business expert, and entrepreneur, discussed the factors that can keep...
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242. Is a Franchise Right for You? - Interview ...
What is franchising? How do I choose a franchise? What are the trends in franchising right now? If you are thinking about franchising as a business model or looking to buy a franchise, then this is the show for you! In this episode, Kim Daly, one of...
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Empowering Kids With Learning Differences to Be...
What if we could change lives? What if we could be the difference? In this interview, Mike shares his story in guiding and mentoring his class on their journey to becoming successful business owners. Watch this video for some inspiration that will...
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240. Extreme Makeover Star’s Inspiring Entrepr...
Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman has practiced for over 30 years in the Beverly Hills area and is known as the 'America's Dentist.' He has transformed the smiles of celebrities such as Katy Perry, Usher, Anthony Hopkins, Hugh Jackman,...
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239. How to Survive Anything - Interview With P...
Have you ever wondered how some people can withstand intense pressure and still maintain their composure? Captain Plumb survived nearly six years of torture as a POW after being shot down over Hanoi five days before his deployment was to end. In this...
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238. Human Connection and Trust-Building in Sal...
People do business with people they know and like. To gain prospects' and clients' trust, we must first understand how our actions affect their perceptions of us as individuals and service providers (problem solvers). Ari Galper discusses his sales...
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237. How to Survive the Trauma and Build a Busi...
Mark Divine, a Navy Seal Commander, explains how he overcame a plane crash and trauma from his military service to build a successful business. In addition, he shares lessons on post-traumatic growth, burnout prevention, and survivor guilt. Mark...
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236. Business Growth Secrets, The Freshbooks St...
It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations of a new business. But what are some of the factors that contribute to business growth? Discover how a small company grew into a global software company by focusing on one big idea: making...
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235. How To Be Successful and Overcome Obstacle...
In this interview, Nelson Tessler shares his origin story and how he overcame devastating obstacles to shift his mindset and inspire others to strive for success. It can be shattering having negative self-talk. It can also be difficult not knowing how...
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234. Presenter Strategies That Actually Work! -...
There are many misconceptions regarding how to give a good presentation. AlexAnndra Ontra outlines three effective presentation tactics and how crucial these components are to getting your message out and compelling people to take action. AlexAnndra...
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233. How to Start Your Business With the Right...
When you are a start-up, how do you lay a solid foundation for your business? Consider how you feel when you're starting something new and exciting, but there's much uncertainty involved. If that describes you, then this is the show for you. In...
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232. Stop Self Sabotage and Have Breakthroughs...
What are the most prevalent personality traits that lead to business failure? Susan discusses confirmation bias, behaviour modification, and core competencies with Robert Cappuccio in this amazing episode. Robert Cappuccio is a...
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231. Building a Brand and Reputation - Intervie...
Emily Hirsh, founder and CEO of Hirsh Marketing, discusses how to create and maintain a brand and reputation. Emily and Susan talk about what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's changing world, including being transparent with customers, solving...
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230. Interview With Matthew Ferry - How to Vanq...
For years Matthew Ferry has been the success coach to royalty, billionaires, and high octane entrepreneurs. He has helped them navigate self-sabotage in order to live in a place of greater joy and fulfillment. He was also Susan's personal coach for...
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229. Meet 12-Year Old Entrepreneur Luke Aberle
The bottom line is this - if you want to be inspired, learn how to gracefully deal with critics, and become motivated to take action, you need to meet Luke. In this episode, Susan interviews this young phenom who is building a significant business...
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228. How I Pivoted Fast and Created an Empire ...
Just as the world entered lockdown, Tiffanee Cook was operating two health clubs. Suddenly faced with having to close her businesses, Tiffanee was left to ponder what to do with her life. Out of her newfound circumstances, she created one of the...
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227. From Assistant Janitor to Successful Foun...
Meet Jorge Purgly. Jorge went on vacation to a new country where he barely spoke the language and decided that he somehow wanted to stay. His first job was as an assistant janitor where he mopped floors and cleaned toilets. Jorge held onto his dream...
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226. Turning Your Hobby Into a Million Dollar ...
The most successful businesses are ones that people love, and who doesn't have a hobby? Join me this week as I interview Diana Frerick about how she was able to turn her pastime into an iconic multi-million dollar business years ago. She also shares...
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225. Do You Need an NDA?
You might think your business is too small to use NDA's (non-disclosure agreements) however this episode will expand your mind in terms of why you should be using NDA's in your everyday business. In this episode, Susan shares why you need to use...
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224. How To Get Out of an Entrepreneurial Rut
We all get stuck in business and when that happens it is easy to feel apathy. We got into business to create results, make a difference, and be our own boss. Our businesses demand that we show up as our best selves. In this episode, entrepreneur,...
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223. How To Ask For What You Want - Learn The ...
What is it you want in your business? Are you generating enough sales, funding, and new clients? Many people quit because fear of asking is keeping them from achieving their goals. Join Susan to learn the secrets to becoming a master...
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222. Interview With Catherine Gray - How One ...
Catherine Gray is a film producer, TedX speaker, podcast host, and founder of She Angels which seeks to help women founders get their businesses funded. In a world where only 2.5 percent of women-led pitches get funded, Catherine is using her platform...
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221. Addict to Achiever - Meet Christopher Salem
In this raw and real entrepreneurship episode, Susan interviews Christopher Salem - executive coach, keynote speaker, and corporate trainer. Today, Christopher is an award-winning author and has worked on projects with NY Times best-selling author,...
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