The Kara Goldin Show

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486 Jacob Zuppke: CEO of Whisker Jan 17, 2024

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In this episode, Jacob Zuppke, CEO of Whisker, shares his journey and insights into building a successful brand in the cat industry. Whisker is the international leader in pet tech, known for its innovative products like the Litter-Robot and Feeder Robot. Jacob discusses the strategy for direct-to-consumer, emphasizing the importance of a blended approach and reaching customers through various channels. He also highlights the power of customer testimonials and engagement in building a strong brand. He encourages taking chances in advertising and staying true to the brand's voice and values while providing automated solutions for cat parents and creating a connected pet care experience. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

To learn more about Jacob Zuppke and Whisker:

https://www.instagram.com/jzuppke/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobzuppke/

https://www.facebook.com/LitterRobot/

https://www.instagram.com/thelitterrobot/

https://www.youtube.com/user/TheLitterRobot

https://twitter.com/litter_robot

https://www.litter-robot.com/

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485 Dan McCormick: Founder & CEO of Create Jan 15, 2024

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In this episode, Dan McCormick, the Founder and CEO of Create, shares his journey of creating the first creatine gummy and disrupting the health and wellness supplement industry. He explains the benefits of creatine and its potential cognitive benefits. Dan discusses the decision to start Create and the challenges and surprises he encountered during the development process. He also shares insights on transitioning from just being a pure direct-to-consumer brand to retail. We hear all about what he believes are the keys to success and the importance of choosing the right investors. Finally, Dan's advice for founders includes finding the right balance between risk and reward and being selective with opportunities is solid wisdom you don’t want to miss on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

To learn more about Dan McCormick and Create:

https://www.instagram.com/danmccormick13/

https://www.instagram.com/try_create_/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-mccormick-969117101/

https://trycreate.co/

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484 Mori Taheripour: Author of Bring Yourself Jan 12, 2024

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In this episode, Mori Taheripour discusses her book Bring Yourself and the practical approach it takes to negotiations. She highlights the challenges and socialization around negotiations and emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in negotiation with tips for using it effectively. She also explores different types of negotiators and how to navigate negotiations with them. The conversation concludes with a focus on knowing one's self-worth and setting boundaries in negotiations. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

To learn more about Mori Taheripour and Bring Yourself:

https://www.instagram.com/mtaheripour/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/moritaheripour

https://www.twitter.com/MoriTaheripour

https://www.moritaheripour.com/

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483 Mari Llewellyn: Founder of Bloom Nutrition Jan 10, 2024

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In this episode, Mari Llewellyn, founder of Bloom Nutrition, shares her personal journey of health transformation and the creation of her successful brand. Bloom Nutrition offers a range of products, with their Greens powder becoming a standout success. Mari emphasizes the importance of taste, branding, and community in differentiating Bloom Nutrition from competitors. She also highlights the power of impactful stories and testimonials from customers. Mari discusses the challenges and emotional journey of entrepreneurship and offers terrific, inspiring advice for future entrepreneurs that is gold. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

To learn more about Mari Llewellyn and Bloom Nutrition: https://www.instagram.com/Marillewellyn/

https://www.instagram.com/bloomsupps

https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomnu

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pursuit-of-wellness/id1655979078

https://bloomnu.com/

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482 Samantha Rudolph: Co-Founder & CEO of Babyation Jan 08, 2024

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Samantha Rudolph, an entrepreneur with a deep passion for changing the feeding industry, as in breast feeding, shares all about her company, Babyation. You will hear all about how her invention is improving the entire pumping experience for the better including creating how they have the world’s smallest breast shields, an ultra-quiet motor, built-in milk storage and a patented vacuum-boost technology that mimics a baby feeding for an efficient and comfortable experience for the mom. You are going to love what she has to share and I am excited for you to hear all of her inspiration and lessons. Now on the #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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To learn more about Samantha Rudolph and Babyation:

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https://www.babyation.com

481 Somsack Sikhounmuong: Co-Founder & Creative Director of Alex Mill Jan 05, 2024

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Somsack Sikhounmuong, Co-Founder and Creative Director Officer of Alex Mill, wanted to mix things up again in the apparel industry. Again! He shares all about how Alex Mill is taking a much needed approach that gives us all lots of clues about developing anything for this consumer. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #TheKaraGoldinShow.

To learn more about Somsack Sikhounmuong and Alex Mill:

https://www.instagram.com/somthing2021/

https://www.instagram.com/AlexMillNY/

https://www.AlexMill.com/

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480 Trina Spear: Co-Founder & CEO of FIGS Jan 03, 2024

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Trina Spear, Co-Founder and CEO of FIGS, shares all about the company that she has built. This direct-to-consumer, healthcare apparel and lifestyle brand celebrates, empowers and serves current and future generations of healthcare professionals with technically advanced apparel and products that look and feel awesome. FIGS has redefined what scrubs is and you are going to love this amazing interview. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

To learn more about Trina Spear and FIGS:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/trina-spear-a510a91b/

https://www.instagram.com/trina.spear/

https://www.instagram.com/wearfigs/

https://twitter.com/trinaspear

https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearfigs/

https://twitter.com/wearfigs

https://www.wearfigs.com/

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Interview Replay: Kara On Small Business Pivots Jan 01, 2024

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to successfully transform from a tech executive to a trailblazing entrepreneur in the food and beverage industry? Join me as I chat with Kara Goldin, the Founder and former CEO of Hint Inc, aka Hint Water, a leader in the unsweetened flavored water industry. Kara’s story is a vivid narration of the power of risk-taking and the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone. She candidly shares insights on her entrepreneurial journey, her latest book, and her impactful contribution to the food and beverage industry.

To learn more about Small Business Pivots and Michael Morrison:

https://www.michaeldmorrison.com/podcast

https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

https://www.michaeldmorrison.com

https://youtube.com/@businessownershipsimplified

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Interview Replay: Kara On Uncopyable Women in Sales Dec 29, 2023

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In this episode, Kay chats with Kara Goldin, founder and former CEO of Hint Water. Kara is the author of the best-selling book, "Undaunted," and her success puts her in a league of her own. "Undaunted" is the perfect word to describe her vision, tenacity, and relentless positive mindset. Kara doesn't give up, as you'll learn when she shares specific examples of personal and professional roadblocks that would have stopped others in their tracks. Kara believes life is supposed to be fun and wakes up every day asking herself what's next. As Kara says, "Life is a puzzle, and I don't think it's ever supposed to be finished." Listen and be inspired!

To learn more about The Uncopyable Women in Sales:

https://uncopyablewomeninsales.buzzsprout.com/

https://uncopyablesales.com

https://linkedin.com/in/millerkay

https://amzn.to/35dGlYZ

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Interview Replay: Kara On The Growth Fire Podcast Dec 27, 2023

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Business leader and self-made entrepreneur Kara Goldin embraced persistence and courage to overcome obstacles. At the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey, corporate decision-makers who could help Kara realize her dreams became her biggest naysayers. As a result, she had to pivot and became undaunted!

In today’s episode of The Growth Fire Podcast, host Marc Reifenrath welcomes the Founder of Hint Water, Kara Goldin, to discuss conquering your fears and convincing skeptics. Kara shares her journey into entrepreneurship, what fuels her success, what it means to be undaunted, and thoughts on her first best-selling book.

To learn more about The Growth Fire Podcast:

https://www.spinutech.com/resources/podcasts/kara-goldin/

https://www.spinutech.com/about/podcast/

https://www.spinutech.com/

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