Hustle Inspires Hustle with Alex Quin

In episode 179 of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin takes us behind the scenes of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Returning for a second year, Alex and his expanded team captured the energy and creativity of the festival like never before. This episode explores how strategic content creation, meaningful industry partnerships, and a firsthand appreciation of the filmmaking process played a crucial role in amplifying emergi...

In this special return episode, Alex Quin welcomes back Josh Troy, Founder and CEO of WFS Group – "Wires From Strangers." Since his first appearance on Hustle Inspires Hustle back in 2021, Josh has continued to make major moves in the sales space. Now a leading figure in high-ticket offer scaling, Josh breaks down how to build performance-based sales teams, the true difference between validation and scale, and the framewor...

Alex Quin chats with Stuart Warren Dansby, executive producer and subject of the award-winning documentary Taking the Fight. At 56, Stuart stepped into a kickboxing ring against much younger opponents—transforming a 15-year battle with self-doubt, physical setbacks, and fear into a public display of resilience and strength. They explore the mindset needed to overcome challenges, the value of authentic storytelling, and how...

In this solo episode, Alex Quin guides you through a hands-on exercise to break down your dream lifestyle—everything from the house and car to vacations, fitness, and more—and map it into a realistic monthly budget. Alex explains how to compare your current income to your dream life cost, calculate the income gap, and create a step-by-step plan to close it. This episode blends mindset, strategy, and action to help you stop...

In this heartfelt episode, Alex Quin sits down with Luke Mickelson, the founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit on a mission to end child bedlessness. What began as a small garage project has transformed into a global network with 350 chapters across four countries and over 250,000 beds delivered. Luke shares how a single community need shifted his perspective on success and led him to walk away from a high-paying ...

In this episode, host Alex Quin is joined by Kevin Pimentel and Michelle Chia, both experienced digital marketers, to break down the importance of local SEO and business listings. They discuss the differences between website SEO and local listing SEO, the key factors that influence Google Business and Apple Maps rankings, and how businesses can optimize their listings to attract more customers. The trio also covers strateg...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, host Alex Quin welcomes Nicky Rishi, founder of Miss Poppins, an AI-driven parenting support platform. Nicky shares her journey from being a global HR executive to launching a mission-driven startup that provides real-time parenting guidance. She opens up about the challenges of raising capital, building a high-profile network, and balancing her entrepreneurial drive with family l...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin breaks down Google My Business (GMB), one of the most powerful free tools for local businesses. If you're not optimizing your GMB profile, you're missing out on organic traffic, phone calls, and leads. Alex explains why GMB is crucial for local SEO, how it drives foot traffic and online engagement, and best practices to set up and maintain your profile. Plus, if you want...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin sits down with Craig Ballantyne, author of The Dark Side of Discipline, to explore the true meaning of discipline and productivity. They discuss why people often waste effort on the wrong tasks, how to identify and focus on level 10 problems, and the importance of sleep as the foundation of success. Craig shares insights on accountability, avoiding burnout, and applying ...

In this episode, Alex Quin explores Adobe’s evolution from its early days in 1982 to its dominance in digital creativity with tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro. The discussion highlights Adobe’s transition to a subscription-based model, its AI-powered innovations like Adobe Firefly, and the growing competition from platforms like Canva, Figma, CapCut, and OpenAI’s generative tools. With AI rapidly transfo...

Neil Twa, founder of Voltage Digital Marketing, joins Alex Quin to discuss sustainable e-commerce strategies, brand building, and overcoming challenges in the Amazon FBA space. Neil shares insights from his 17+ years of experience, emphasizing the importance of branding, proper capitalization, and strategic risk-taking in business.

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In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin highlights how Whoop, founded by Will Ahmed in 2011, is transforming health and performance with its focus on strain, recovery, and sleep metrics. Unlike traditional fitness trackers, Whoop provides personalized, data-driven insights that help users—from athletes to entrepreneurs—make smarter decisions about when to push forward and when to rest, ultimately enhancing bot...

In this episode of the Hustle Inspires Hustle podcast, host Alex Quin speaks with Dan Ram, a six-time TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and global event MC for major conferences like Web Summit and Davos. Dan shares how his relentless work ethic and positive mindset are shaped by his personal experiences with adversity, including six near-death experiences and struggles with identity and self-worth during his childhood. Growing ...

In this episode of *Hustle Inspires Hustle*, Alex Quin spotlights Eight Sleep, a brand transforming the way we think about rest. Founded in 2014, the company addresses poor sleep through its innovative product, The Pod, a smart mattress that uses AI for temperature control and sleep tracking. By blending technology with comfort, Eight Sleep empowers users with actionable insights to improve recovery and performance. High-p...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Katelyn Blackburn, founder of Diligence Agencies, reveals her journey from nursing school to leading a $2M monthly insurance brokerage. She shares how taking a leap of faith, developing empathy, and investing in her team enabled her to build a thriving business. Katelyn explains the role of empathy in sales, emphasizing the importance of understanding client needs and creating tru...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin interviews Renzo Rosso, the visionary founder of Diesel and chairman of the OTB Group. Renzo shares his remarkable journey of transforming Diesel into an iconic fashion brand and redefining casual luxury with a bold and creative approach. He also dives into his success in boutique hospitality, particularly with the Pelican Hotel in Miami, which has become a symbol of ind...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, host Alex Quin talks with internationally acclaimed Brazilian pop artist Romero Britto during the red carpet premiere of his new documentary. Known as the world’s most licensed artist, Britto’s vibrant and optimistic artwork has become iconic worldwide. The documentary celebrates his remarkable career and features contributions from global figures such as Marc Anthony, DJ Khaled, ...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin is joined by co-hosts Michelle Chia and Kevin Pimentel to discuss the art of managing client expectations. Drawing from their extensive experience as digital marketers and agency owners, the trio dives into practical strategies for setting clear expectations, handling misaligned goals, and building trust with clients. They emphasize the importance of simplifying communic...

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, host Alex Quin sits down with Kris Rudeegraap, CEO and Co-founder of Sendoso, a leading platform in B2B gifting. Kris shares how his experience in sales inspired him to create a solution that modernizes traditional gifting with personalization and seamless integration into sales and marketing processes. By addressing the challenges of building meaningful business connections in a ...