Jean Pierre-Louis is an accomplished global health and strategic leader passionate about leadership, philanthropy, and global health. In this conversation, we explored his entrepreneurial journey, resilience, and the power of purpose in entrepreneurship. EPISODE LINKS: Jean Pierre-Louis' LinkedinCapraCare websiteRockstarmoon website TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:13 Intro and background 00:01:15 From Haiti to the World 00:05:44 Entrepreneurial Journey, From Music to Public Health 00:09:07 Failure and Cultivating a Winning Mindset 00:14:08 Non profit vs for profit 00:17:40 Discovering Your Purpose 00:23:51 CapraCare: A Vision for Global Health 00:27:57 Community, Loneliness, and Advice 00:30:38 Closing CONNECT: Website: ⁠https://hoo.be/elijahmurray⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/elijahmurray⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray⁠ RSS: ⁠https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss⁠ Newsletter: https://elijahmurray.substack.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Brian Hollins, founder and managing partner of Collide Capital, joins us to discuss his path from growing up in Washington D.C. to attending Stanford and Harvard, and eventually founding a venture capital firm focused on equity and opportunity. In this conversation, we explored key topics like the impact of AI on startups, leadership strategies, and supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs. EPISODE LINKS: Brian Hollins' Linkedin Collide Capital The Takeoff institute TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:12 Intro and background 00:03:42 The eye opening experience of travel 00:06:53 Drive 00:10:12 Hard Work to Working Smarter 00:12:41 Ruthless Prioritization 00:17:13 Time and energy audit 00:23:19 Intentional growth 00:26:11 Takeoff Institute 00:27:36 Advice for startups, AI and founder market fit 00:35:39 Realities of Entrepreneurship 00:39:06 AI : Adoption, Fatigue, and Strategic Use 00:44:11 AI best practices: Be familiar 00:48:40 Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Ryan Coyne is the CTO of Serhant, an innovative real estate company. In this conversation, we explored the integration of technology with human-centric values in the real estate sector, focusing on key topics like personal branding, brand authenticity, and using technology to enhance customer interaction and business resilience. EPISODE LINKS: Coyne's Linkedin Business Insider: So Expensive SERHANT.Simple SERHANT.Shop TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:12) Intro and background (00:01:49) Innovating Real Estate with Technology (00:03:43) The Human Element Beyond Technology in Real Estate (00:07:22) Streamlining Real Estate Technology Solutions (00:12:04) Ego in entrepreneurship and Customer Service (00:16:08) Role of AI in an established company (00:21:12) dapting to AI and change (00:24:40) Serhant Simple (00:29:27) Human + AI (00:32:50) Organizational Culture shift for Agility (00:33:28) Leadership, Forgiveness, and Growth (00:41:10) Navigating entreprenurial Uncertainty (00:46:49) Personal Branding in entrepreneurial success (00:54:46) Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Gerry Gadoury, a seasoned business leader, discusses how his background as a United States Marine Corps Sergeant has shaped his approach to entrepreneurship. This conversation covers the transition from military to civilian leadership, the importance of building a personal brand, and the strategies for attracting and retaining top talent. EPISODE LINKS: Gerry Gadoury's Linkedin Destination Employer: Attract, Recruit, and Retain the Top Talent in Your Market Destination Employer Website House of Lies The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:12) Intro and background (00:03:21) From Marines to Business (00:05:55) Founder Coaching: Why and How (00:09:18) Entrepreneurship: Glamorized vs. Reality (00:12:20) Brick and mortar vs. hyperscale (00:19:03) Personal Branding and Networking (00:27:44) EFG Framework (00:35:06) School of Hard Knocks (00:37:30) Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Dani Grant, CEO of Jam and former Tumblr blogger, joins us to discuss her journey in tech, highlighting her experiences from securing her first job through a cold email to founding Jam. This conversation explores the essence of networking, strategic communication, and persistence in the tech world. We dive into topics such as the importance of timing in fundraising, AI integration strategies, and the power of storytelling in business growth, providing a comprehensive overview of Dani's approach to building long-term relationships in the tech community and her vision for the future of software. EPISODE LINKS: Dani Grant's Linkedin Jam.dev Website Hackers of NY Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Huval Noah Harari This is Marketing by Seth Godin Lennys Newsletter TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:12) Intro and background (00:04:28) PM to Founder through cold emails (00:06:49) The Value of Go-to-Market Experience (00:07:35) Product Focus to Distribution Mastery (00:11:20) Personal Branding in Founder-Led Sales (00:14:46) The Long Game (00:19:18) Navigating relationships and emotions as founders (00:22:06) Jam.dev's success, AI and fundraising (00:24:21) VC Pitch: Practical Tips for Founders (00:29:39) Creating Urgency in Fundraising (00:34:47) AI in Startup Pitches and Operations (00:37:39) Traction (00:39:24) The Journey Ahead for Dani and Jam.dev (00:40:20) Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Jeff Kennedy, the VP of Sales and Partnerships at Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, joins us to explore the nexus of real estate and technology. Our discussion delves into the vital role of strategic partnerships, shifts in startup approaches towards indispensable solutions, and the transformative potential of AI and blockchain in the real estate sector. Jeff also emphasizes the importance of building authentic relationships in the digital age. EPISODE LINKS: Jeff Kennedy's Linkedin NAR Reach Moderne Ventures TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:13) Intro and background (00:02:11) The Changing Landscape of Startup Funding and Market Needs (00:06:49) Need-to-Haves vs. Nice-to-Haves (00:11:23) AI: the end result vs a feature (00:14:09) AI Hype vs. Value in Startups (00:17:27) Strategic Tech Wins for Businesses in Slowdowns (00:20:27) The best time to launch startups (00:21:40) The Harsh Reality of Startup Failures and Pivots (00:24:22) Venture Capital, Investment Strategies (00:27:14) The Value of Strategic Partnerships and Ecosystems for Startups (00:31:52) The Importance of Community and Peer Support for Startup CEOs (00:34:04) Envisioning the Future of Real Estate and Technology (00:36:38) Human Connection in the Age of AI (00:40:12) Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Nick Lashinsky is an Enterprise Software Sales/GTM Leader with 10+ years in Silicon Valley. In this conversation, we explore the fusion of technical expertise and sales strategies, focusing on key topics like AI's impact on startup growth, venture capital strategies and trends. EPISODE LINKS: Nick Lashinsky's LinkedIn Valid Signal PathAI Otter.AI TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:18 Intro and background 00:02:09 Bridging Engineering and Sales 00:04:49 Problem solving and product market fit 00:07:20 Navigating the VC Landscape 00:12:26 AI's Impact on Startups and Venture Capital Trends 00:15:57 Innovating with AI: From Startups to Enterprise Solutions 00:18:19 AI's Impact on Customer Support and Privacy Concerns 00:21:17 Human + AI vs Full AI 00:23:49 AI, evolution of user experience expectation 00:25:58 AI Tools, Enhancing Thinking for a Better World 00:33:00 AI, Learning from the Past for a Better Future 00:37:23 Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

James Azar, founder of Reservoir, joins me in this episode to discuss the journey of entrepreneurship. We explore topics such as embracing discomfort, building resilience, and the importance of authenticity in the entrepreneurial grind. Our conversation delves into the challenges of credentialing, the mission behind Reservoir, and its potential impact on academic institutions. EPISODE LINKS: Twitter: Check Reservoir Instagram: Check Reservoir LinkedIn: James Azar Website: Reservoir Book Mentioned: The Way of the Superior Man TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:13) Intro and background (00:06:19) From Crisis to Clarity (00:10:03) The entrepreneurial grind (00:10:52) Building rapport and sales (00:11:46) Resilience and relentlessness (00:15:21) The Philly Mentality (00:18:19) Embracing Discomfort and Thriving in Chaos (00:21:19) Resevoir (00:32:25) Reservoir's Mission: A New Framework for Credential Verification (00:34:37) The concept of ownership (00:36:38) Academic Institutions' perspective (00:41:29) Building a digital credential ecosystem (00:46:47) Boldness and Authenticity in Entrepreneurship (00:54:37) The Journey of Self-Discovery and Discipline (00:59:30) Closing CONNECT: Website: Elijah Murray YouTube: Elijah Murray Twitter: Elijah Murray Instagram: Elijah Murray LinkedIn: Elijah Murray Apple Podcasts: The Long Game w/ Elijah Murray Spotify: The Long Game w/ Elijah Murray RSS: Anchor --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Alec Harrison is a UX/UI Design professional with over a decade of experience leading product design across various platforms. In this conversation, we explore the impact of AI on the design and development process, the importance of building trust with clients and users, and the potential for AI to streamline the product-market fit process. EPISODE LINKS: Alec Harrison's LinkedIn Alec Harrison's Website TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:12) Intro and background (00:03:28) Navigating the Service Industry (00:06:57) Shift in perspective (00:09:06) Advice for Aspiring Freelancers (00:12:19) VisualBoston (00:15:09) Bridging the Gap within the team (00:18:49) In-house vs agency (00:21:26) Leveraging communication (00:26:27) Trust and user feedback (00:28:26) AI (00:38:20) Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message

Matt Burris, a key figure in the field of startup studios, joins us in this conversation. We delve into the world of startup studios, exploring their challenges, strategies, and the innovative approach to entrepreneurship and investment they represent. Topics include the intricacies of startup studios, insights from influential individuals in the field, and valuable resources. EPISODE LINKS: Venture Studio Associates Savvy Tinker Matt Burris LinkedIn TIMESTAMPS: (00:00:12) Intro and Background (00:01:01) Startup and Venture Studios (00:02:43) Challenges and Misconceptions about Studios (00:05:30) Founder fit (00:07:31) Investor perspective (00:09:02) Why Venture Studios Matter (00:14:19) Traditional startup shift (00:19:38) Core framework: Four customers (00:23:14) Deal Structure and Equity Distribution (00:31:04) Evaluating startup studios (00:36:29) Challenges of High Volume Studios (00:41:16) Legal Structures of a Studio (00:46:17) Fund Structure, Startup Studio Investments (00:49:14) Starting a Studio (00:57:51) The Benefits of the Studio Model (01:02:44) Resources and Recommendations (01:06:08) Entrepreneur perspective (01:09:36) Closing CONNECT: Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray/message