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Jersey Mike’s CEO on Scaling Without Losing the Brand Jan 12, 2026

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Jersey Mike’s just hit No. 1 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, as it enters a new era of ownership and leadership. New CEO Charlie Morrison explains how the brand plans to grow without breaking what already works. Plus, he reveals whether Danny DeVito is really going to lose his job to Eli Manning.

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Why Nostalgia Sells Even For New Brands Jan 05, 2026

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Brand historian Jason Liebig explains how nostalgia works as a strategic tool, not just a retro look. He breaks down why familiar emotions build trust faster and how brands use nostalgia without copying the past. Plus, practical ways founders can apply it through design, storytelling, and customer experience.

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"I Have Too Many Ideas and Analysis Paralysis. Help!" Dec 29, 2025

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Listener Melissa calls the Help Line today because she's experiencing some analysis paralysis (haven't we all). Jason gives her a formula to help her determine which parts of her work she should change; plus, he shares how to failure-proof her pivot by making it into an experiment.

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How to Start a Million-Dollar Business in a Weekend Dec 22, 2025

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Yes, you can start a million-dollar business in a weekend. Noah Kagan, founder of AppSumo and author of the book "Million Dollar Weekend", shares how the foundations of a great business come together quickly, and why it's worth moving fast.

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How to Build Brand Awareness Without Paying for Ads Dec 15, 2025

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Building brand awareness doesn’t have to cost big bucks. It can be as simple as leveraging your relationships in the community. The founders of Cold Blooded and Bizarre share how they built a beloved local brand by showing up everywhere their community already gathers, and turning simple touchpoints into constant reminders. Plus a two headed snake!

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Shark Tank’s Robert Herjavec: Here’s How to Impress An Investor Dec 08, 2025

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You’ve seen Robert Herjavec make deals on Shark Tank, but do you actually know how he thinks? In this candid conversation, Robert breaks down the real questions investors should ask, and the common mistakes founders keep making. He also warns about the wrong lesson some people take from Shark Tank. And yes, if he still thinks about passing on Scrub Daddy.

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Coach’s Longtime CEO Had An Intense Hiring Process Dec 01, 2025

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When Lew Frankfort joined Coach in 1979, he knew nothing about fashion but he understood people. That skill became the foundation of his leadership and the reason he transformed Coach from a small, overlooked accessories brand into a global powerhouse. In this episode, Lew shares the interview strategy he’s refined over decades and written up in his new book Bag Man. He breaks down the questions he asks, the tests he uses, and the surprising single trait he believes matters more than experience or résumé.

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How to Get Out of a Creative Rut Nov 24, 2025

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Feeling stuck? Uninspired? Unsure how to find the right answer to the problem you're trying to solve? Scott Anthony can get you unstuck. He teaches strategy at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmout, and is the author of the book Epic Disruptions. He walks us through simple, science-backed strategies to reboot your creativity, the psychology behind peak performance, and why the worst way to solve a problem is to force it.

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How to Find a Problem Worth Solving Nov 17, 2025

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What makes an idea truly worthy of your time? Nir Zicherman, co-founder of Anchor and former Head of Audiobooks at Spotify, thought he’d left the startup world behind. But he kept wondering if he could help people learn in a better way. And oboe.com was born. In this conversation, Nir and Jason explore how to know when you’ve found something that’s more than a project. It’s your next calling.

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The Simple Trick That Sells Anything Nov 10, 2025

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When Jared Foster of Times Ticking bought a small watch shop, he realized one question was killing sales. So he replaced it with a simple, repeatable strategy that made customers feel welcome and ready to buy. That shift helped Times Ticking land on Entrepreneur’s list of America’s Favorite Mom & Pop Shops and turn quick repairs into big sales.

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