Edu Episodes

Dec. 9, 2024

First Principles Thinking - Don’t Doom Yourself to Mediocrity (Replay)

Disrupt or Digitize? The Art of Breaking the Status Quo Why do some startups revolutionize entire industries while others just digitize legacy processes? Disruption isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a mindset and one that too many ...

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Dec. 2, 2024

Product-Market Fit – 5 Proven Steps to Exponential Growth w/ Pablo Sr…

What does it really take to achieve product-market fit? For many founders, this critical milestone feels elusive, shrouded in myths and misconceptions that derail even the most promising startups. In this episode, Chris Saad ...

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Nov. 13, 2024

Early Ideation - Your Idea Is Worthless (Replay)

Ever had someone tell you "I have this great idea for an app"? While everyone seems to have the next billion-dollar idea, the reality of startup success is far more complex than just having a clever concept. In this episode, …

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Nov. 4, 2024

Stop Hacking and Start Growing w/ Casey Winters (Replay)

Are you struggling to drive sustainable growth for your startup? Wondering how to build a high-impact growth team? In this episode, Chris and Yaniv are joined by Casey Winters, Chief Product Officer at Eventbrite and one of S...

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Oct. 28, 2024

VC Failure- 6 Toxic Investor Types That Will Destroy Your Startup

Are you ready to navigate the treacherous waters of startup investing? Buckle up, because in this episode, Yaniv Bernstein and Chris Saad are diving deep into the world of bad investors. From predatory tactics to buzzword obs...

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Oct. 21, 2024

Product Polish - 15 Tactics to Reduce Churn & Drive Network Effects (…

Do you wonder why some products feel magical while others fall flat? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein explore the art of product polish—the hidden details that separate mediocre products from brilliant ones. Th...

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Oct. 14, 2024

Escalation Culture – Driving Alignment in Cross-Functional Teams (Edu)

Are you struggling with decision-making bottlenecks in your fast-paced startup? Do you find your teams hesitant to bring problems to leadership? It's time to embrace the power of escalation. In this episode, Chris Saad and Ya...

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Sept. 30, 2024

Perfect Enterprise Sales Pitches – Overcome Buyer Anxiety To Win More…

Are you struggling to close deals, even when you know your product is the best fit? Do you find yourself losing to prospects who freeze up and don't make a decision at all? In this episode, Yaniv and Chris are …

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Sept. 23, 2024

Career Progression at Startups - Caution: NOT How Big Companies Do It…

One of the toughest challenges in early-stage startups is managing employee career development. Unlike big corporations, startups thrive on chaos, ownership, and self-driven growth, meaning traditional professional developmen...

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Sept. 16, 2024

Conviction - The Essential Ingredient For Focus & Scale (Edu)

In the brutal world of startups, conviction is your greatest weapon. It fuels momentum, sharpens decisions, and separates thriving startups from those that fade away. Conviction isn’t blind faith or passion. It’s clarity of p...

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Sept. 9, 2024

Crafting Pitch Decks: The Art of Pitching Like A Pro (Replay)

What if one perfect slide could get you funded? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein reveal the pitch deck formula that can turn investor skepticism into funding. Whether it’s the top 9 pitch secrets or the one sli...

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Sept. 2, 2024

10 Fatal Pitch Style Mistakes w/ Henry Innis (Edu)

Crafting a winning pitch isn't just about what you say—it's about how you say it. Founders often make stylistic mistakes that can sabotage their chances with investors, even if they have a great product or idea. What are thes...

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Aug. 30, 2024

The Future of Product Design w/ Figma's Yuhki Yamashita (Bonus)

Yuhki Yamashita, one of the world's top product design disruptors and Chief Product Officer at Figma, returns in this bonus episode to continue the conversation on how AI is revolutionizing the design landscape. The impact of...

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Aug. 26, 2024

Design-Led Startups w/ Figma’s Yuhki Yamashita – Don't Sabotage Your …

Product design is more than just an aesthetic choice—it's a strategic asset. But many founders unknowingly sabotage their products by overlooking key design principles. How can you avoid these common pitfalls and ensure your ...

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Aug. 19, 2024

Listener Q&A: Fundraising Predictions | AI in Schools | 'MVP' Branding

Raising capital in today's market is tough, but navigating these challenges with the right strategy can make all the difference. In this week's episode, Yaniv Bernstein and Chris Saad tackle: How you raise money in a volatile...

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