Just Get Started
The Just Get Started Podcast is your go-to guide for breaking free from self-doubt, stepping outside your comfort zone, and taking action toward the life and business you truly want. Each episode dives into the real, messy journey of starting something new—whether it's leaving corporate, launching an idea, landing your first clients, or pushing past the mental barriers that try to hold you back. Through tactical insights and raw, relatable conversations, you'll gain the clarity, confidence, and motivation to stop overthinking and to just get started!
Episodes
Episode 472 features Dr. Sheila Gujrathi, a biotech entrepreneur, executive, and champion for under represented leaders. Her new book, "The Mirror Effect: A Transformative Approach To Growth For The Next Generation Of Female Leaders" is out now.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Book Announcement
02:15 The Unmet Need: Writing for My Younger Self
05:30 Overcoming Challenges: A Personal Journey
09:45 The Power of Mentorship a...
Episode 471 features Alyona Mysko, Founder & CEO of Fuel Finance.
Chapters:
00:00 — Introduction
01:23 — How Alyona Met Alina Vandenberghe (Eastern Europe Bond)
03:59 — From Math Geek to Finance: Teachers, Simpsons, Degrees
07:02 — Big Four to Fractional CFO ➜ Founding Fuel Finance
08:44 — Opportunity Cost & Learning to Say No
12:28 — Biggest Risks—Startup, Product, Move to the U.S.
16:48 — What Founders Miss at the Start: Talk...
Episode 470 features Amanda Goetz, a 2x Founder, CEO and 4x CMO and author of the book, "Toxic Grit: How to have it all and (actually) love what you have."
Find Amanda Online:
Website: https://www.amandagoetz.com/
Book: https://www.toxicgrit.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandagoetz/
Twitter: https://x.com/AmandaMGoetz
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamandagoetz/
About Amanda:
Amanda Goetz is...
Episode 469 features Timothy Springer, Founder of Level Access and 1 to 100.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:50 Traveling and Balancing Work
03:57 Current Projects and AI Innovations
07:44 Partnerships and Entrepreneurial Support
11:51 Coaching and Operational Guidance
15:52 Goal Setting and Planning
19:52 Persistence and Overcoming Challenges
23:45 Market Timing and Business Viability
27:35 Finding Product-Market Fit
28:24 The Re...
Episode 468 features Desiree-Jessica Pely, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Alfa (Top 50 GTM Startup).
Find Jessica Online:
Website: https://www.getalfa.ai
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pely/
About Jessica:
Desiree-Jessica Pely, PhD, is pioneering a finance-led approach to B2B sales, go-to-market strategy, and revenue growth. As Co-Founder and CEO of Alfa (Top 50 GTM Startup), she leads the development of an AI-driven platform...
In episode 467, I'm joined by Pete Kazanjy, author of Founding Sales, and one of the earliest voices behind the “founder-led sales” movement. Pete shares lessons from building and scaling startups, the critical mindset shifts founders must make when selling, and why focusing on your ideal customer profile (ICP) is key to growth. From when to hire your first sales rep to the biggest blind spots founders face, this conversation i...
On this week's episode, I welcome in Andy Milligan to explore the art of entrepreneurship and personal growth. Discover how to balance ambition with authenticity and transform challenges into opportunities. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and creatives eager to elevate their game and mindset.
Find Andy Online:
Website: https://www.mmgdesign.net
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmgdesign/
Instagram:
This week's episode welcomes in Gabe Marusca, a business development strategist and host of the Authority in the Wild Podcast.
Find Gabe Online:
Website: https://www.gabemarusca.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca/
Twitter: https://x.com/GabeMarusca
Instagram: https://instagram.com/GabeMarusca
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AuthorityInTheWild
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabemarusca
Facebook: https://ww...
Hey everyone! I haven't done a solo episode in a while but I wanted to share why I'm taking a summer break and how taking a step back might help you refocus and come back stronger.
Thanks again for listening in and we'll see you in September!
just get started,
Brian
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👋 Come say hi!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/b...
Epside #463 features Bryan Yates, Performance Coach and Experience Producer
00:00 – Intro01:10 – Burnout at Disney and leaving the grind08:15 – Tying identity to job title13:00 – Cycling, addiction, and obsessive patterns21:10 – Traits of people who successfully change24:05 – Change happens at the speed of pain28:50 – Status, motive, and marketability31:50 – Hunter vs. gardener mindset36:15 – Stripping away vs. transformation44:10 –...
Episode #462 features Angela Hollowell, the founder of Rootful Media, a creative documentary film production company based in Durham, North Carolina.
Find Angela Online:
Personal Website: heyangela.co
Rootful Media Website: rootfulmedia.com
Honey & Hustle Podcast Website: honeyandhustle.co
Personal YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowell
Rootful Media YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@rootfultv
Creative Architects: https://...
Episode 461 features Alina Vandenberghe, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Chili Piper.
Find Alina Online:
Website: https://www.chilipiper.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinav/
About Alina
Alina Vandenberghe is Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Chili Piper. She’s passionate about building fun SaaS products to solve hard problems and a company where employees thrive.
Today, the Romania native and her husband are on their way to IPO —...
Episode 460 features Michael Bryant, whose sole focus has been to help people get unstuck.
Find Michael Online:
Website: https://www.unstucker.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unstucker/
About Michael:
For over forty years, Michael Bryant's focus has been helping people get unstuck. He uses his background as an endurance athlete and seven-time Ironman finisher to help people overcome obstacles and stay focused. Indi...
Episode 459 features Alli Rizacos, a Linkedin Business Coach.
She runs a 3 day Bootcamp to help you jumpstart your coaching business on Linkedin:
https://www.allirizacos.com/bootcamp
Find Alli Online: www.allirizacos.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allirizacos/
About Alli:
Alli Rizacos is a LinkedIn Business Coach, turning corporate leaders into successful coaches on Linkedin. She comes from a long background in sales, ...
Episode 458 features Melissa Cohen, Founder of MBC Consulting Solutions, LLC and known affectionately as The "Good Witch of Linkedin"
Website: https://www.melissabethcohen.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-beth-cohen/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissabethcohen/
Newsletter: https://mail.melissabethcohen.com/
Melissa Cohen is a personal branding and LinkedIn strategist. After decades in the f...
Episode 457 features Nick Huber, Founder, Real Estate Investor and Author of "The Sweaty Startup"
Find his book here: The Sweaty Startup
How To Get Rich Doing Boring Things
Link to buy the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bLazjW
Link to buy the book in the UK: https://bit.ly/422njPW
Find Nick Online:
https://www.x.com/sweatystartup
About Nick:
Nick Huber is an...
Episode 456 features Nikki Lang, and Enterprise Seller and Mindset Coach.
Find Nikki Online:
Website: www.mindsetinsales.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-lang/
About Nikki:
Nikki Lang is a seasoned sales professional with over a decade of experience driving results and fostering meaningful relationships. Known for her unique approach to sales, Nikki believes that true success comes from authenticity,...
Episode 455 features Megan Reilly, co-founder of Tippi Toes and now part of Jesse Itzler’s Adventure Club
Find Megan Online:
Website: https://www.megan-reilly.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganlreilly-speaker
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganlreilly/?hl=en
Listen to Who Is Your Momma on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6er3DfXbIQOSQXIBJAXnVF?si=y-BJ1ehnQS-JgIAUzFAFRg
About ...
Episode 454 features Collin and Kendal Strachan, the dynamic duo behind Every Mile Creative, Alaska’s leading lifestyle and adventure production company.
Website: everymilecreative.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinstrachan/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendal.strachan/
About Collin & Kendal:
Collin and Kendal are the dynamic duo behind Every Mile Creative, Alaska’s leading lif...
In this episode of the Just Get Started Podcast, I sit down with Danny DelVecchio, a LinkedIn video expert and founder of Video on Easy Mode.
We dive deep into his journey from corporate sales to building a thriving niche video business. Danny shares his early experiences with podcasting, the lessons learned from a failed coaching venture, and the pivot that led him to dominate video content on LinkedIn.
He also breaks down the imp...
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