Episodes

  • Making Products That Have A Positive Impact On The Environment - Doug Milburn - Advanced Glazings

    Making Products That Have A Positive Impact On The Environment - Doug Milburn - Advanced Glazings
    May 26 2023
    Get ready to explore the startup world in this exciting episode of The Gritdaily Startup hosted by the dynamic Sebastian Rusk. The guest of the show, Doug Milburn, shares his amazing journey from PhD research to starting up Advanced Glasings. He talks about a unique type of translucent insulation that allows natural light to pass through while providing thermal insulation that can revolutionize the building industry.   Learn how natural light is critical in building design and the challenges that arise with creating all-glass structures. Doug and Sebastian discuss how systems that need physical manipulation can be improved. Get inspired by Doug's entrepreneurial spirit and understand how he overcame the challenges of starting up the business. He shares his perspective of business as a team sport, drawing analogies to hockey and rugby.   Discover how Doug's desire to make the world a better place drives him to solve problems by creating a revolutionary product. You'll love the exciting and engaging anecdotes that the duo shares, including Doug's experience cheering college football and hockey games. Tune in to The Gritdaily Startup to discover your passion for entrepreneurship and explore the world of startups. Don't forget to visit gritdaily.com and get more exciting content.   Timestamps [00:00:08] Entrepreneurship and Advanced Glasings Company Origins [00:03:26] The Importance of Natural and Artificial Lighting Balance in Building Design [00:07:05] Start-up Challenges and Team Dynamics [00:10:15] Fun at Sports Games and Making a Difference Best Quotes [00:01:29] I just had too much entrepreneurship in my blood, and I said, I gotta I gotta go chase this   [00:03:50] And when you get that right, the building is awesome to be in. Create a dark box. It's miserable. You're living in a cave. Nobody likes it   [00:07:12] You gotta get your product. Right? And you have to wind up all the human beings in it   [00:11:04] Try to make the world a little better place as you pass through it. We're doing that with natural light, better buildings for human beings   Other Materials These materials help you promote your podcast. Quotes can be used for audio & video grams or quote cards. Blog and social posts will help your website and social media presence. Blog Post Article 1: The Story Behind Advanced Glazings   In one of the recent episodes of The Gritdaily Startup, host Sebastian Rusk had a chance to speak with Doug Milburn, CEO of Advanced Glazings. The company has been in business for a long time, but Doug's entrepreneurial mindset drove him to start it. Advanced Glazings is a daylighting technology company that specializes in creating translucent insulation which allows light to pass through but blocks thermal energy.   Doug's interest in science and engineering combined with his entrepreneurial spirit led him to the founding of Advanced Glazings. He explains, "I love everything that people say an entrepreneur is - proudly geek today." The company's roots go back to Doug's PhD research where he was studying materials that could be used as insulation. He noticed that there were a few companies attempting to commercialize translucent insulation but they weren't able to manufacture it cost-effectively. And that's exactly what Doug set out to do.   Translucent insulation is a unique product that solves a problem faced by many buildings. It allows natural light to come in while blocking out the heat. For buildings that rely on artificial lighting throughout the day, Advanced Glazings' product can save energy costs and reduce the building's carbon footprint.   If you want to learn more about the story of Advanced Glazings and how they're making buildings more energy-efficient, you should definitely check out this episode of The Gritdaily Startup. Here are three tips to persuade you to listen:   Discover how to combine science and entrepreneurship to make a difference in the world.Learn how translucent insulation can save energy costs for buildings.Hear from an experienced entrepreneur who has been in business for a long time and learn from his insights.   Article 2: How Advanced Glazings' Unique Product Solves Problems   Startups often try to create unique solutions to existing problems, and Advanced Glazings is no different. In this episode of The Gritdaily Startup, CEO Doug Milburn spoke with host Sebastian Rusk about how their product, translucent insulation, is solving a unique problem faced by buildings.   Traditionally, buildings that wanted natural light had to make a trade-off with thermal insulation. Windows allowed sunlight to come in but also let in heat. This meant buildings had to use more energy to regulate temperature, leading to higher energy bills and more carbon emissions. This is where Advanced Glazings comes in. They created a product that allows natural light to come in while blocking out thermal energy.   Doug explains that their product is made up of a honeycomb structure ...
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    12 mins
  • Nathan Hirsch - How Outsourcing Can Radically Change Your Business

    Nathan Hirsch - How Outsourcing Can Radically Change Your Business
    May 15 2023

    In this episode of The Grit Daily Startup, host Sebastian Rusk talks with Nathan Hirsch, the CEO of Outsource School. Nathan shares his experiences and insights on outsourcing, and how it can radically change businesses for the better. He discusses the benefits and challenges of outsourcing, as well as how to effectively manage and communicate with remote teams. He also shares his story of building and selling his first company, FreeUp, and how he started Outsource School to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses through outsourcing.

     

    Time Stamps:

    [00:00] - Intro

    [02:05] - Introducing Nathan Hirsch

    [04:30] - Nathan's background and how he got started with outsourcing

    [09:02] - Benefits of outsourcing

    [14:50] - Challenges of outsourcing and how to overcome them

     

    Notable Quotes:

    • "Outsourcing is all about figuring out what you're not good at, what you don't want to do, what's not the best use of your time, and getting other people to do it for you." - Nathan Hirsch [09:37]
    • "The biggest challenge with outsourcing is finding people that you can trust, people that you can rely on." - Nathan Hirsch [14:50]
    • "When you're working with remote teams, communication is everything." - Nathan Hirsch [20:40]
    • "Entrepreneurs need to figure out what they're really good at, what their unique ability is, and then build a team around them that can do everything else." - Nathan Hirsch [36:12]

     

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    • Beyond The Story Podcast
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    Connect with Nathan Hirsch

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn

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    15 mins
  • Archway: The Value Capture Blockchain - Mike Cullinan - Archway

    Archway: The Value Capture Blockchain - Mike Cullinan - Archway
    May 12 2023

    In this episode, host Sebastian Rusk talks with Mike Cullinan, the CEO of Archway, a value capture blockchain technology company that aims to revolutionize how value is created and distributed. Cullinan discusses how Archway's blockchain platform can help businesses capture the true value of their products and services, and how it can also help consumers receive a fairer share of that value. He also shares his thoughts on the future of blockchain technology and its potential impact on the global economy.

     

    Time Stamps:

    00:00 - Introduction

    01:19 - Guest introduction

    02:18 - What is Archway and what problem does it solve?

    05:06 - How does Archway's blockchain technology work?

    08:48 - What is value capture and how does it differ from value creation?

    13:50 - How can businesses use Archway's platform to capture more value?

    17:34 - How can consumers benefit from Archway's platform?

    21:14 - What is the potential impact of blockchain technology on the global economy?

    25:00 - What's next for Archway?

    27:30 - Conclusion

     

    Notable Quotes:

    • "Our goal is to make the world a better place by unlocking value for everyone." - Mike Cullinan (2:39)
    • "Value capture is really the process of taking that value that's created and making sure that it's distributed fairly." - Mike Cullinan (8:48)
    • "Our platform allows businesses to create their own tokens that represent value, and they can then use those tokens to capture the value that they're creating." - Mike Cullinan (13:50)
    • "With Archway, consumers can receive a fairer share of the value that they're creating for the businesses that they interact with." - Mike Cullinan (17:34)
    • "Blockchain technology has the potential to create a more transparent, more efficient, and more fair global economy." - Mike Cullinan (21:14)

     

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    • Beyond The Story Podcast
    • Instagram
    • Facebook

    Connect with Mike Cullinan

    • Twitter
    • LinkedIn
    • Website

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    12 mins
  • Why Entrepreneurs Should Be Leveraging Offshore Talent - Raquel Gomes - Stafi

    Why Entrepreneurs Should Be Leveraging Offshore Talent - Raquel Gomes - Stafi
    May 11 2023

    In this episode, Sebastian Rusk talks with Raquel Gomes, the CEO and Co-founder of Stafì, a company that provides entrepreneurs with offshore talent solutions. Raquel shares her insights into why entrepreneurs should consider outsourcing and leveraging offshore talent for their businesses. She explains the benefits of working with offshore talent, dispels common myths and misconceptions, and provides practical advice for entrepreneurs who are looking to start outsourcing.

     

    Time Stamps:

    00:31 - Introduction of Raquel Gomes and Stafì

    02:30 - Why outsourcing is beneficial for entrepreneurs

    05:21 - The common myths and misconceptions about outsourcing

    09:38 - The benefits of working with offshore talent

    12:42 - The importance of cultural fit in outsourcing

    16:30 - How to overcome language barriers and communication challenges

    20:30 - The process of finding and hiring offshore talent

    25:20 - Raquel’s advice for entrepreneurs who are considering outsourcing

    29:00 - Conclusion and where to find more information about Stafì

     

    Notable Quotes:

    • "Outsourcing is really about being able to grow and scale your business in a way that's cost-effective and efficient." - Raquel Gomes
    • "Outsourcing is not about replacing your team, it's about complimenting your team and adding additional resources to your team." - Raquel Gomes
    • "Cultural fit is very important. You need to make sure that the team you're working with understands your culture and your values." - Raquel Gomes
    • "Communication is key. You need to have the right tools and processes in place to make sure that communication is effective." - Raquel Gomes
    • "Start small. You don't need to outsource your entire team right away. Start with one or two roles and see how it works for you." - Raquel Gomes

     

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    • Beyond The Story Podcast
    • Instagram
    • Facebook

    Connect with Raquel Gomes

    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Website

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    12 mins
  • Blockchain, Crypto, and Distribution - Julie Lamb (UN World Logic Day), Marek Olszewski (cLabs), Tom White (First Momentum Capital)

    Blockchain, Crypto, and Distribution - Julie Lamb (UN World Logic Day), Marek Olszewski (cLabs), Tom White (First Momentum Capital)
    May 11 2023

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    21 mins
  • Diabetic Solutions with SugarMD Founder Dr. Ahmet Ergin - Ahmet Ergin - Sugar MD

    Diabetic Solutions with SugarMD Founder Dr. Ahmet Ergin - Ahmet Ergin - Sugar MD
    May 10 2023

    In this episode of The Grit Daily Startup, host Sebastian Rusk interviews Dr. Ahmet Ergin, the founder of SugarMD. Dr. Ergin is a physician, author, and entrepreneur who has dedicated his life to helping people with diabetes manage their condition. Dr. Ergin shares his personal experience with diabetes and how it inspired him to create SugarMD, a digital health platform that provides personalized diabetes care to patients. He also shares his insights on the current state of diabetes management and the potential of technology to improve patient outcomes.

     

    Time Stamps:

    • 00:00 - Intro
    • 01:05 - Sebastian introduces Dr. Ahmet Ergin
    • 02:24 - Dr. Ergin shares his personal experience with diabetes
    • 04:44 - Dr. Ergin talks about the limitations of traditional diabetes management
    • 06:43 - Sebastian asks about the founding of SugarMD
    • 08:39 - Dr. Ergin explains how SugarMD works
    • 11:09 - Sebastian asks about the benefits of personalized diabetes care
    • 12:39 - Dr. Ergin discusses the potential of technology to improve diabetes management
    • 15:13 - Sebastian asks about the challenges of scaling SugarMD
    • 17:17 - Dr. Ergin shares his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the healthcare space
    • 18:57 - Sebastian thanks Dr. Ergin and wraps up the episode

     

    Notable Quotes:

    • "Diabetes is not just about glucose control, it's about improving the quality of life for patients." - Dr. Ahmet Ergin
    • "Traditional diabetes management is like trying to drive a car while looking in the rearview mirror." - Dr. Ahmet Ergin
    • "Personalized diabetes care is like having a GPS for diabetes management." - Dr. Ahmet Ergin
    • "Technology has the potential to democratize healthcare and make it more accessible to everyone." - Dr. Ahmet Ergin

     

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    • Instagram
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    • Website

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    12 mins
  • What's Next for Web3? - Anne Ahola Ward (CircleClick), Calanthia Mei (Masa), Saro McKenna (Alien Worlds)

    What's Next for Web3? - Anne Ahola Ward (CircleClick), Calanthia Mei (Masa), Saro McKenna (Alien Worlds)
    May 9 2023

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    26 mins
  • Real Estate Investing Done Right and For You - Dutch Mendenhall - Rad Diversified

    Real Estate Investing Done Right and For You - Dutch Mendenhall - Rad Diversified
    May 9 2023

    In this episode of The Grit Daily Startup, Sebastian Rusk interviews Dutch Mendenhall, the CEO and founder of RAD Diversified, a real estate investment firm that offers a unique approach to real estate investing. Dutch shares his insights and experiences on how to build a successful real estate investment portfolio, how to minimize risks, and how to overcome common challenges that investors face in the industry.

    Time Stamps:

    • 00:00 - Introduction
    • 02:12 - Dutch's background and how he got into real estate investing
    • 06:05 - How RAD Diversified is different from other real estate investment firms
    • 10:14 - The importance of due diligence in real estate investing
    • 13:17 - Dutch's approach to managing risks in real estate investing
    • 17:55 - Dutch's advice on how to get started in real estate investing
    • 20:48 - Dutch's views on the current state of the real estate market
    • 23:10 - Dutch's thoughts on the impact of technology on real estate investing
    • 25:57 - Dutch's final thoughts and advice for listeners

    Notable Quotes:

    • "We're not just buying assets, we're actually buying a business" - Dutch Mendenhall (02:52)
    • "We want to create something that is sustainable and that provides consistent returns to our investors" - Dutch Mendenhall (06:30)
    • "We focus on the downside, and we don't want to lose money. We're not trying to hit home runs" - Dutch Mendenhall (13:54)
    • "Real estate is a relationship business. It's all about networking and building those relationships" - Dutch Mendenhall (18:06)
    • "We're moving towards a more data-driven approach in real estate investing, and I think that's a positive thing" - Dutch Mendenhall (23:52)

     

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    15 mins