Misfit Founders
The Misfit Founders Podcast is a genuine and unscripted platform dedicated to delving deep into the world of entrepreneurship, but with a unique twist. Instead of the usual polished and rehearsed interviews, this podcast seeks to spotlight the raw, authentic journeys of founders, highlighting the struggles, setbacks, and lessons that are often glossed over in more traditional mediums.
The primary goal is to offer transparency into the challenges and rewards of building a startup, ensuring that no topic is considered taboo. By doing so, Misfit Founders wishes to bridge a gap in the industry — where the most insightful advice, which is often shared only in private circles, is brought to the forefront for all to benefit from.
The format is less of an interview and more of a fireside chat, fostering genuine conversations between the host and the guest. Both contribute their personal stories, experiences, and teachings, facilitating a dialogue that feels both intimate and enlightening.
A critical aspect of the Misfit Founders Podcast is its focus on inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that voices often sidelined or unheard in the entrepreneurial space are given a platform. This commitment extends to the range of topics discussed, from coping with feelings of inadequacy and "imposter syndrome" to celebrating the small victories that come with building a business.
Moreover, this initiative isn't just about discussing past experiences. It's also about shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all founders, equipping them with insights, advice, and a sense of belonging that can be pivotal to their success.
The Misfit Founders Podcast is more than just a series of conversations. It's a movement, challenging the norms of the startup world, and offering solace, support, and inspiration to every founder who has ever felt out of place or faced adversity on their entrepreneurial journey.
Episodes
50 episodes
Harry's Journey: Building a B2B Lead Generation Business in Just 12 Months
Harry shares his journey from competitive powerlifting and mechanical engineering to building a successful B2B lead generation business in just over a year.• Transitioning from corporate job to entrepreneurship at age 24• Evolution ...
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Season 2
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Episode 50
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1:01:04
Avoiding Co-Founder Pitfalls: Lessons with Amber from Vestd
In this episode, Biro and Amber from Vestd dive into the complexities of co-founder relationships, discussing agile partnerships, structuring agreements, and fostering alignment. Together, they share insights and personal experiences on how to ...
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Season 2
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1:09:53
Sophia Lorimer on Sustainable Styling and Empowering Women
Join us in an inspiring conversation with Sophia Lorimer, a sustainable stylist dedicated to empowering women through mindful fashion. Sophia shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges and her mission to help women feel confiden...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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1:36:09
Sam Thomas: Lessons from Failure and Building Community Success
In this episode, Sam Thomas, entrepreneur and founder of County Business Clubs, opens up about his journey through business failures, building a thriving community, and the lessons learned along the way. Sam shares his passion for storyte...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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1:40:21
Uta Boellinger on Rewiring Mindsets and Empowering Healthy Choices
In this episode, Uta Boellinger, a nutrition expert and wellness advocate, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming health challenges to build a mission-driven practice. Uta dives into the intricacies of nutrition, empowering others to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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1:46:54
Natasha K Richardson on Rewiring Mindsets and Creating Lasting Change
In this episode, Natasha K Richardson, founder of the TLC Method, explores her journey of resilience and passion for change. Natasha shares how her experiences shaped her approach to helping others rewire their thinking and achieve fulfillment,...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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2:25:03
Jess Bruno on Overcoming Health Challenges and Thriving in Business
In this episode, Jess Bruno, content marketer and coach, shares her powerful journey of overcoming health challenges while building a successful business. Jess opens up about her personal battles with illness and how she turned adversity ...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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1:27:52
Kim Slade’s Journey: Adventure, Creativity, and Empowering Founders
In this episode, Kim Slade, founder of Unlost and Touch Video Academy, shares how his passion for adventure and creativity led him to build unique experiences for entrepreneurs and creatives. Discover how Kim blends nature, storytelling, and co...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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1:58:35
Lucy Sambrook on Building PR Strategies That Empower Entrepreneurs
In this episode, Lucy Sambrook, founder of PR for the People, shares her journey from journalism to entrepreneurship, discussing the evolution of PR, managing client expectations, and empowering business owners to take control of their ow...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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1:43:08
From Finance to Fine Art: Emilia De Stasio's Journey
In this episode, Biro chats with Emilia De Stasio, the founder of Artscapy, a groundbreaking platform making art investment more accessible. Emilia shares her journey from economics and finance to launching Artscapy, her insights into art...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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2:07:11
Young Founder, Big Vision: How Priyanka Vazirani is Changing Content Consumption
In this podcast we delve into the journey of Volv's co-founder, Priyanka Vazirani, highlighting the crucial role of founder brand building and content in establishing meaningful connections and partnerships. Priyanka elaborates on ...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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1:25:44
AI Takes Sales Teams to NEXT LEVEL - chatting with Uhubs Co-Founder
Unlock the secrets behind building high-performing sales teams with Uhubs' game-changing approach to workforce development. This episode features an engaging conversation with one of Uhubs' founders, Matt Milligan, who takes us through the comp...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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1:19:11
April Dunford Shares Her Journey to Becoming a Positioning Expert
Ever wondered how top companies master the art of positioning to stand out in the crowded tech market? Discover the secrets of April Dunford, a bestselling author and renowned consultant, as she reveals her journey from a marketing executive to...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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1:16:47
Crafting Authentic Connections in the Creator Economy with Gabriel Padilla
Ever wondered how a former model conquered the world of social media marketing without spending a cent on ads? Gabriel Padilla takes us on a riveting journey from the glitzy catwalks of Los Angeles to the bustling corridors of his successful so...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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3:18:25
From Public Speaking Fears to LinkedIn Stardom: An Influencer's Journey
Unlock the secrets of the LinkedIn creator economy with our special guest who knows this terrain like the back of their hand. This episode promises to reveal the lucrative opportunities LinkedIn offers that mainstream platforms like Instagram a...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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1:26:21
Building a Winning Customer Engagement Strategy with Accoil's Co-Founder
Curious about the secrets behind successful product analytics and entrepreneurship? Our latest episode promises to unlock the essence of product-led growth and the delicate art of maintaining minimalism while tracking crucial metrics. We discus...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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1:19:47
Expert Advice on Navigating the Investment Landscape with Atlassian Ventures
Ever wondered if you truly need to raise capital to build a successful business? Join us as we uncover this critical insight with Philip Braddock a seasoned expert from the Atlassian Ventures team. Throughout our discussion, we explore the type...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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29:11
Turning Obstacles into Opportunities: Retention.com's Remarkable Growth
Ever wondered how a founder can leap from a $3 million revenue to tackling the ambitious goal of $100 million ARR? Join us for an engaging conversation with Adam Robinson, the visionary founder and CEO of Retention.com. Adam unveils the innovat...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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36:29
The Art of Strategic Scaling: Insights from Growth Advisor Kevin Indig
How do you scale a company from thousands to tens of thousands of employees without losing your strategic edge? Join us as we host Kevin Indig, an organic growth advisor who’s lent his expertise to industry heavyweights like Shopify, G2, and At...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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37:07
The Journey of Former BP Executive, Ifty Nasir, Revolutionizing Equity Management with Vestd
In this episode, our guest, Ifty Nasir, a former bp executive turned startup visionary, unravels the complexities of equity management and the seismic shift from corporate life to the exhilarating world of entrepreneurship. As founder of Vestd,...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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1:37:01
The Gritty Path to Tech Leadership - From Truck Loader to Tech Leader: A Conversation with Björn Döhler
When the road to success is paved with potholes of failures and detours of uncertainty, few navigate with the finesse of my guest, Bjorn. An IT entrepreneur with a zest for life that transcends his professional endeavors, Bjorn's story from loa...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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1:18:27
The Evolution of Tech Entrepreneurship: Resolution Co-CEO Christian Reichert on Building an Innovative Company and Embracing Change
This week I bring you the incredible conversation I had with Christian Reichert, co-founder and co-CEO of Resolution. We journeyed from the comforting nostalgia of early computing to the pulsating heart of today's tech entrepreneurship, unearth...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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2:04:39
Why is Pain So Normalised in Women's Healthcare? Pioneering Scientist Dr. Claudia Uncovers The Shocking Truth About Chronic Pelvic Pain Conditions
This week, I chat to Dr. Claudia, the founder of Bloom Health, a revolutionary new science-backed service tackling the massively overlooked field of chronic pelvic pain in Women's Health. As a scientist who suffers with symptoms he...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:57:27
Founder of Positive Impact Design Studio Shares Her Journey Into the Creative Design World for Climate Tech
This week I'm joined by an entrepreneur and creative all the way from France, Lucie Le Liard, the founder of Positive Impact Studio. We discuss what it takes to make it in the competitive world of creative design agenc...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:31:25
The Challenges of International Taxation and Brexit VAT Complexities - a Chat with SimplyVAT's Founder
Join us through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship as we host the founder of SimplyVAT, Claire Taylor, in this episode of Misfit Founders. Celebrating ten years of helping companies through the complexities of VAT regulat...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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1:20:09
