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441 Jaleh Bisharat: Co-founder & CEO of NakedPoppy Sep 22, 2023

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Jaleh Bisharat, Co-Founder and CEO of NakedPoppy, shares all about the clean beauty brand she Co-Founded that uses intelligent technology to help create personalized beauty recommendations. We hear about how this cruelty-free, low in environmental impact, ethically made, and free of harmful chemicals brand is making a difference in the beauty industry. I can’t wait for you to hear our discussion including all of the lessons and tips she shares. This episode is super enjoyable and, well, you don’t want to miss it! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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440 Charles Conn: Co-Author of The Imperfectionists Sep 20, 2023

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On today’s episode, we hear from Charles Conn, a conservationist, entrepreneur and leader. He is Co-Founder of Monograph Capital, a life sciences venture firm based in London and in San Francisco. He was previously CEO of the Rhodes Trust in Oxford. He is Board Chair of Patagonia and sits on the Nature Conservancy European Council. He was founding CEO of Ticketmaster City-Search as well as a partner at McKinsey and Company. He has co-authored an incredible book called the Imperfectionists which is a followup book to his previously best selling book, Bulletproof Problem Solving. We hear all about six problem solving mindsets, being imperfect and how imperfectionism is the key to companies succeeding in uncertain times. You don’t want to miss this episode. Now on #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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https://www.bulletproofproblemsolving.com

439 Brad Charron: CEO of ALOHA Sep 18, 2023

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In this outstanding episode, Brad Charron, Co-Founder of ALOHA, sits down with Kara Goldin to discuss his journey as the CEO of this fast growing, plant based bar, drinks and powder company. Listen in as Brad shares his journey including what prompted him to take on this role leading ALOHA after helping to scale such incredible brands including Chobani and KIND. Plus we hear more about his take on the plant-based industry trends and misconceptions as well as why product-fit is an absolute essential for any brand. This is a not-to-be-missed episode in scaling a food brand that you don’t want to miss. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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438 Doug Camplejohn: Founder & CEO of Airspeed Sep 15, 2023

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Serial entrepreneur Doug Camplejohn shares all about Airspeed, the company that he Founded and is running. He shares all about the suite of Slack apps he has launched that help employees feel more connected and engaged. We also discuss how leaders can be more deliberate about building their culture, ways to build relationships among employees in remote settings, and how AI and automation are changing the work environment today. We also hear his thoughts on how to take a startup from conception to launch and scale to success. Doug’s two decades of experience in the tech industry including senior roles at LinkedIn, Microsoft, and Salesforce have allowed him to be at the forefront of tech and his team is focused on solving a problem that matters. So much inspiration, wisdom and out of the box thinking in this episode. I don’t want to miss this episode. Now on #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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437 Michele Romanow: Co-Founder of Clearco Sep 13, 2023

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Tech titan and serial entrepreneur Michele Romanow had an idea to start a company that would become the world's largest e-commerce investor. Who wouldn’t believe that Michele, who started six companies before her 35th birthday and was a “Dragon” on CBC’s hit show Dragons’ Den, couldn’t achieve what she was setting out to do? Michele co-founded Clearco, and through it, invested over $5B to over 10,000 entrepreneurs in 13 countries becoming one of Canada's top fintech startups. We hear all about her journey including the other companies that she has started and scaled as well as of her incredible lessons. So much inspiration, wisdom and out of the box thinking in this episode. I know that you will be glad you listened. Now on #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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Interview Replay: Kara On The Art of Entrepreneurship Sep 11, 2023

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In this episode our topic is one that you’ll definitely grapple with throughout the process of starting and building a company: overcoming doubt. Not only do we experience doubt from other people, but you have to deal with your own internal doubt as well.

I’m joined by Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water. Kara is also an author who literally wrote the book on overcoming doubt, Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters.

In this episode, Kara and I discuss her journey as an “accidental entrepreneur” and how she went from having zero experience in the beverage industry to building a $150 million company. Make sure you tune in for her insights on overcoming imposter syndrome and learning from setbacks.

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436 Kemi Nekvapil: Author of POWER Sep 08, 2023

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On today’s episode, Kemi Nekvapil, one of Australia's leading credentialed coaches for female executives and entrepreneurs, sits down with Kara Goldin to discuss her latest incredible book, "POWER." Shifting mindsets, cultivating self-confidence, and embracing authenticity as pathways to unleash our inner power are all things we learn more about. Kemi guides us on a transformative journey to understand and embrace the true essence of personal power, exploring concepts such as setting boundaries, language patterns, and the transformative power of mindset. Through her own experiences and heartfelt stories, Kemi inspires us to tap into our unlimited potential, to step into our authenticity, and to make empowered choices in every aspect of our lives. You don’t want to miss this episode. Now on #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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435 Bill Snow: Author of Mergers & Acquisitions for Dummies Sep 06, 2023

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On today’s episode, we are joined by Bill Snow, Author of Mergers & Acquisitions for Dummies and an experienced M&A professional with over 30 years of professional experience, including almost two decades as an investment banker. We discuss his journey in the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), how to properly plan for a deal and avoid the most-likely pitfalls. Plus we discuss more from his book, Mergers & Acquisitions for Dummies including why acquisitions fail and what are some of the lurking problems for sellers. This episode is filled with a lot of learning for entrepreneurs, leaders and anyone who thinks they might be buying or selling a business one day. You don’t want to miss this episode. Now on #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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https://www.amazon.com/Mergers-Acquisitions-Dummies-Business-Personal/

Interview Replay: Kara On Claim Your Confidence Sep 04, 2023

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If you’ve ever been to any major grocery store chain like Target, Walmart, or Whole Foods, you’ve most likely seen Hint® water–the award-winning unsweetened flavored water–on the shelves. Kara Goldin, the founder of Hint, Inc., never thought that she would start a company or become an entrepreneur. Yet, by seizing an opportunity to follow her interests, Kara revolutionized the beverage industry for the better and is now revered as one of the most innovative entrepreneurs in her field. In this episode of Claim Your Confidence, we talk about how Kara took the leap of courage to start Hint, Inc., her media, tech, and consumer products background, and where the idea for Hint® water came from. Don’t miss this interview where we discuss:

Kara’s childhood growing up in Phoenix, Arizona, how her parents and older siblings influenced her, and how she first started learning about business at a young age
How she found a “research ground” for learning about different career paths while she was still in college, and how she later landed her first job in New York City through tenacity and gumption
The importance of taking a chance regardless of the potential outcome, and that failures oftentimes provide the best learning experiences, paths to new opportunities, or at the very least a great story
How a personal health decision led Kara to develop Hint® water and found Hint, Inc.
Navigating an unknown industry, the lessons Kara has learned as an entrepreneur, and how she shares her story

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434 Henk Rogers: Tetris & Blue Planet Alliance Sep 01, 2023

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In this outstanding episode, Henk Rogers, famous for Tetris and now Blue Planet Alliance, sits down with Kara Goldin to discuss his journey as a serial entrepreneur. Listen in as Henk shares his journey as a true pioneer, visionary and purpose-driven entrepreneur who co-founded Blue Planet Software, introducing the iconic video game Tetris to the world and since then, spearheading the clean energy movement in Hawaii through the Blue Planet Foundation. Plus we hear more about his take on the impact that we can all make to make this world a better place, an absolute essential element for any founder to zone in on. This is a not-to-be-missed episode in entrepreneurship that you don’t want to miss. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.

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