Episodes

Adam Robinson, founder and CEO of Retention, discusses his new product RB2B and the importance of simplicity and profitability in building a successful business. He emphasizes the value of bootstrapping and achieving $10 mill...

Tyler Lieber, co-founder and CEO of Coconut VA, joins Matt Watson on the Startup Puzzle podcast to discuss the benefits and challenges of hiring virtual assistants (VAs) in the Philippines. They share their personal experienc...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Nimrod Vromen, author of Prompting Happiness, about the future of generative AI and its impact on various aspects of life. They discuss the role of lawyers in startups, the importance o...

In this episode, Matt Watson and Ian Myers discuss the topic of hiring global talent. Ian shares his experience of starting a company in Sri Lanka and leveraging the highly skilled workforce there. They also discuss the chall...

Chris Callen, founder and CEO of Plot, discusses his journey in the construction technology industry and the challenges of coordinating job sites. He shares his experience with his first software startup and the lessons he le...

David Sinkinson, co-founder of AppArmor, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons he learned along the way. He challenges startup myths and emphasizes the importance of finding the right co-founder. The conversation...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Dan Kerr from Flyover Capital, discussing the evolving landscape of venture capital in the Midwest, particularly in Kansas City. They explore the importance of networking for founders, ...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Michelle Denogean, the Chief Marketing Officer of MindTrip and author of the book 'Grow Up.' They discuss the challenges that founders face when growing their companies and the importan...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Markus Waite, the President of Empara and CIO of Goodroot, about healthcare technology. They discuss the challenges and complexities of the healthcare industry, the role of generative A...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Keith Harrington, the founder and COO of Novel Capital, about non-dilutive capital and alternative funding options for startups. They discuss the different types of capital available, s...

Christian Hammer, founder and CEO of Vala AI, joins Matt Watson on the Startup Hustle podcast to discuss AI for software development and the concept of technical debt. They explore the challenges of bridging the gap between b...

In this episode, Matt Watson and Ryan Dowdy discuss the difference between professional service companies and SaaS companies. They explore the challenges and opportunities of scaling a service-based business and the importanc...

In this episode, Matt Watson and Brett Sears discuss the importance of customer onboarding and training in software companies. They highlight the need for software companies to focus on getting customers to see value and have...

In this episode, Matt Watson and Ryan Dowdy discuss the importance and benefits of being recognized on the Inc 5000 list. They explore the motivations behind winning awards and the impact it has on company culture, employee m...

Sim Desai, founder and CEO of Hive, discusses the creation of a secondary stock market for private companies. He explains the challenges of the current system, where selling private stock options is fragmented and opaque. Hiv...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Vijay Rajendran, the coach and CEO of Startup System, about startup resilience and fundraising in the current economic climate. They discuss the challenges faced by startups, the import...

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Dale Walden, the founder of Njord & Co, a SaaS B2B marketing company. They discuss the importance of positioning in marketing and how it can help companies focus on their target audienc...

In this episode of the Startup Hustle podcast, Matt Watson interviews Rich Brooks, the president of Flight New Media, about digital marketing and the Remarkability Formula. They discuss the impact of AI on marketing, the impo...

In this episode of the Startup Hustle podcast, Matt Watson interviews Ozan Unlu, the founder and CEO of Edge Delta, an observability company. They discuss the challenges of managing large amounts of data in complex production...

Neelima Paraskar, founder and CEO of Snap IT, discusses her journey in the tech industry and the challenges of hiring and retaining talent in the IT field. She shares how Snap IT started as a training company to address the …

Maria Flynn, founder and CEO of AmbioLogix, discusses her background in healthcare technology, entrepreneurship, and the digital health industry. She shares insights from her book 'Make Opportunity Happen' and provides valuab...

Thinking of taking your software global but worried about navigating different markets and regulations? We've got you covered! Join Matt Watson as he explores the world of SaaS in Sweden with Nicholas Lilja, the founder and C...

Ever wonder why amazing entrepreneurs sometimes struggle to ask for what they want? This episode explores the surprising roadblocks that can hold even the most successful founders back. We'll be joined by Kenneth Berger, an e...

How does an experienced retail expert construct a cutting-edge financial platform? Prepare yourself because that's precisely the fascinating topic we're exploring in this episode! Our guest today, Brad Parker, takes us on a w...