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The Accidental Entrepreneurs

The Accidental Entrepreneurs

By: Ira Gordon & Stacee Santi
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Two different innovators that stumbled on ideas in the veterinary field, built a company, then sold for millions........ without having any idea what they were doing.

Each week, Ira and Stacee will spin the wheel of start-up questions and share the knowledge they wish they had back then.

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  • Ep 29: What were some of your most successful customer engagement ideas? (Season Finale)
    Jul 29 2024

    In our season finale, we dig into some game-changing customer engagement strategies that fueled our startups. Ever thought about how an app or a clever email campaign could transform your business? Or imagine hosting a Willy Wonka-inspired event in Las Vegas complete with golden ticket candy bars and a lovable mascot named Mr. Meowgy. We share behind-the-scenes insights that can inspire your next big idea. It's all about building a community that is both engaged and excited.

    As we toast to the end of an amazing season of "The Accidental Entrepreneur," we express our heartfelt gratitude for your support and look forward to more enriching discussions in the future. Cheers!

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    29 mins
  • Ep 28: Have you ever fired a customer?
    Jul 22 2024

    In this episode, we reflect on Jerry Seinfeld's memorable commencement speech at Duke University. We delve into his three keys to life—bust your ass, pay attention, and fall in love—and discuss how these principles are essential for entrepreneurial success. We will also share a few stories about overcoming imposter syndrome, handling the pressures of starting a business, and even making the tough call to fire a customer to maintain the integrity of your venture.

    We tackle the difficult subject of toxic clients and the strategies we’ve developed for handling unreasonable demands while prioritizing employee well-being.

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    33 mins
  • Ep 27: How did you decide on product pricing?
    Jul 15 2024

    As we approach the end of our season, we break down how we landed on the pricing strategy for our products. We also discuss the pros and cons of pricing against a competitor.

    We've got a TikTok to share by Luis Fernandes who shares some of his most loved and least favorite tequilas.

    Lastly, for our tip of the week, we both decided to share some valuable lessons we learned from our parents.

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    30 mins

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