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Aug. 23, 2023

#200 Tech, Business, and Entrepreneurship: A Deep Dive with Matt Watson

#200 Tech, Business, and Entrepreneurship: A Deep Dive with Matt Watson

Do you ever struggle with striking that elusive balance between technology, product, and business goals? How do you navigate the jungle of entrepreneurship, especially if it’s your first time? If you're nodding, then settle in for a fascinating discussion with software developer and entrepreneur par excellence, Matt Watson. Matt candidly unpacks his 20-year tech journey, painting a clear picture of his evolution from a rookie to a seasoned CTO and startup founder. He shares hard-earned wisdom on managing tech talent and the merits of hybrid teams, stuffed with local, remote, and global talent.


Moving on, we explore the world of entrepreneurship, the thrill of starting your own venture, and the challenges that come along. Matt champions the value of a business partner, the power of a diverse skill set, and the significance of a strategic go-to-market plan. He also stresses the vital role of networking and the power of being known for what you do, rather than obsessing over being the best at it. If you're incubating a startup idea, you'll appreciate our chat about MVPs - Matt brings to light the process of creating an MVP that looks complete, sans unnecessary complications.


As we round off our enlightening talk, Matt opens up about the potential of AI in tech, the significance of having the right people around, and how to hit a home run with product creation even if you don’t have coding skills. He also invites listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn for further interaction. Our conversation comes full circle as we delve into Matt's podcast, Start-Up Hustle, where he bares the gritty reality of entrepreneurship. So, tune in and get ready to soak up some valuable insights!

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May 19, 2023

#128 Ken Lonyai on Humanizing User Experience: The Intersection of AI…

In this insightful episode, we're joined by Ken Lonyai, a digital innovation strategist and recognized expert in user experience (UX). Ken shares his views on the evolution of UX, the critical aspects that contribute to a com...

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April 12, 2023

#91 Elevate Your Sales Game and Scale Your Tech Startup with Gary Gar…

Join us as we sit down with Gary Garth, founder and CEO of elev8.io , Great Dane Ventures, and AcceleratorPlatform.io, and learn from his 20+ years of experience in sales and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Gary shares the...

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July 4, 2023

#164 Solving the Equity Split Puzzle with Mike Moyer

Get ready for an invigorating conversation with seasoned entrepreneur and professor, Mike Moyer. We dissect the common traps new entrepreneurs fall into when navigating the maze of equity splitting. Allow Mike to guide you wi...

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Sept. 11, 2023

#213 Innovation in Motion: Gleb Yushin on Battery Technology and Elec…

Prepare to embark on an enlightening journey into the fascinating world of battery technology with Gleb Yushin, the CTO and Co-founder of Sila. He's not just a high-profile innovator but a storyteller who makes complex subjec...

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Dec. 20, 2023

#275 Christian Espinosa: The Adrenaline of Risk and Cybersecurity Ent…

When you think of cybersecurity, you probably envision firewalls and code - but how often do you consider the human element? This was the crux of our conversation with Christian Espinosa, cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur...

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March 29, 2024

#315 Venture Capital in the Age of AI: Expert Perspectives from Manis…

Embark on a journey through the AI revolution with Silicon Valley's very own Manish Patel, as he unveils the cutting-edge developments poised to reshape our world in 2024. As co-founder of Nava Ventures and an early innovator...

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Sept. 4, 2024

#383 Building the Operating System for AI: Rob Futrick on Anaconda’s …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Rob Futrick, the CTO of Anaconda, for an in-depth discussion on how Anaconda is positioning itself at the forefront of the AI revolution. Rob shares his …

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