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06 Dec 2022 | 53 - Adding $45K in Revenue with 1 Hour of Work | 00:14:29 | |
Everyone is always trying to find ways to get more profit for their business. Some people grind for a long time to come up with a little bit, while others find smaller effective ways to really get ahead. Today, Jon tells you about someone he showed how to make an extra $45,000 with just one hour of extra work. If you like the show, be sure to leave us a rating or review wherever you get your podcasts! Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
12 Apr 2022 | 14 - Making Millions Competing with the Big Boys with Frank Cianciulli | 00:51:41 | |
When it comes down to it, you want your business to find success. As it continues to grow, that's when you notice the money start to roll in. It can take a long time before you really start to see any vast improvements in the company, but sometimes the right moves and motivation early on can lead to some coveted results. On today's show, Jon Davids is joined by Frank Cianciulli, owner of a multi-million dollar entrepreneurial business starter called Wish Group. Jon and Frank talk about the essential moves to make and what to look out for you to strive early on through your career. Frank Cianciulli: The Wish Group | LinkedIn
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24 Jan 2023 | 60 - How to Build a $100M Slutty Food Brand | 00:16:09 | |
They say controversy can be a big seller. It can, but if you have a great product to back it up, then where's the harm? Today, Jon talks to you about Pinky Cole, the restaurateur from Atlanta, Georgia, who runs a plant-based burger restaurant called "Slutty Vegan." Find out how she took a simple burger concept and made it big on the brand behind it. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
02 May 2023 | 74 - Going From Zero to 100 with Lloyed Lobo | 00:50:39 | |
On today's episode, Jon speaks with Lloyed Lobo, the co-founder of both Boast and Traction. Lloyed chats with Jon about the media's obsession with "unicorn porn," how he survived two near-death experiences, and so much more. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tik Tok | YouTube | |||
05 Jul 2022 | 31 - How I Built a $300K/yr Business In College | 00:29:41 | |
In college, I built a business doing $300K/year. And I launched it with $200. I'm going to tell you how I did it and share some lessons that will help you mimic the same formula for yourself. Visit JonDavids.com for more info.
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02 Apr 2024 | 121 - From Zero to $600M | “We Couldn’t Sell Them Fast Enough” | The RXBAR Story | 00:16:49 | |
Peter and Jared turned eggs, dates, and almonds into a $600M payday. For more, join JD's email list at JonDavids.com And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
28 Feb 2023 | 65 - Taking You Inside My New Company | 00:22:22 | |
Jon is always giving his advice and takes on what you can do to get your business off the ground. This time, instead of simply telling you what to do, he'll show you. Today, Jon talks about his brand-new startup and what he's done to give it a proper launch. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
09 Apr 2022 | 13 - How to Launch a Company With Zero Risk (sort of) | 00:07:28 | |
Many people will say that starting a business is risky. But is it? And can you mitigate that risk? Absolutely. It all starts with determining the demand for your product. How can you know this in advance? In this episode, Jon Davids shares a few very simple steps you can take to figure it out. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids (twitter.com/realjondavids) Instagram - @jon_davids (instagram.com/jon_davids) LinkedIn - @jondavids (linkedin.com/in/jondavids) | |||
18 Jul 2023 | 85 - From Wild Cakes To Baking Empire | 00:56:29 | |
How To Cake It reaches 15 million people every month, on YouTube and beyond. The ladies behind this company have a wild story of success. Today Jon talks to cake artist Yolanda Gampp and CEO Connie Contardi. They're going to tell us how they built a baking phenomenon and how they're taking it to the next level. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
08 Mar 2022 | 04 - Turning One House into a Tech & Real Estate Empire with Harish Consul | 00:43:33 | |
Harish Consul is the CEO of Ocgrow Group, a company that focuses on VC and real estate development. In this episode, Harish talks about how he made his first investment at 15, why real estate development is painful but rewarding, how he picks his VC investments, and more. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Harish Consul: Linkedin | |||
23 Apr 2022 | 17 - 7 Critical Numbers To Know In Your Business | 00:17:23 | |
When you take a step back and look at what really drives your business, it's the numbers. Some people may feel intimidated by that. After all, math isn't everyone's strong suit. But knowing what to look at and how to view it can help you go a long way in getting things figured out. This is what Jon Davids will help you with today. In this episode, Jon breaks down 7 very important numbers and figures to help you see where you're at with your business, and the next logical steps to take by doing a little bit of math.
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12 Sep 2023 | 93 - $13M with 1 Employee | 00:17:10 | |
04 Jul 2023 | 83 - Jon Davids: Live at the Collision Conference | 00:13:19 | |
In today’s episode, Jon delivers his keynote about his playbook rent-to-own marketing (R2O) at the Collision Conference. This event happened live on June 28, 2023, at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
10 Sep 2024 | 144 - Movie Mogul | "We Made $250M By Mistake" | Jordan Harmon, Angel Studios | 00:47:49 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) sits down with the President and co-founder of Angel Studios; Jordan Harmon. Listen in as Jordan tells us how a lawsuit in his earlier career nearly ruined him, but eventually lead to massive success. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
24 Oct 2023 | 99 - Jessica Simpson's Billion Dollar Empire | 00:14:25 | |
25 Apr 2023 | 73 - Bootstrapping a $155M+ Beer Empire | 00:22:53 | |
19 Dec 2023 | 107 - From Zero to $20M (and beyond) with Adam Robinson | 00:47:05 | |
In today's episode, Jon talks with Adam Robinson, the CEO of Retention.com. Adam built his company from the ground up with no help or backers and is entirely transparent about everything he does. Tune in to learn about his very unconventional methods and what you can learn from them. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
05 Apr 2022 | 12 - Turning Your Brand into a Cultural Icon with Rich Antoniello | 00:52:54 | |
Rich Antoniello is the Founder and long-time CEO of Complex Networks, the culture-defining media brand he took from humble beginnings to global icon. In 2021, Complex went public in a merger with Buzzfeed. In today's episode, Jon and Rich talk about the early days of Complex, creating culture instead of following it, and building a brand that actually resonates with millions of people.
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08 Aug 2023 | 88 - The Business of Broadway | 00:09:34 | |
13 Feb 2024 | 114 - George Clooney's Billion Dollar Tequila | 00:11:55 | |
In today's episode, Jon tells us about celebrities with successful alcohol business ventures, and the real secret behind why they're so marketable. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
11 Oct 2022 | 45 - Building a $138M Fashion Icon with Joe Mimran | 00:51:17 | |
Joe Mimran has been fortunate to find massive success in the world of fashion. He has founded many successful companies, and it seems like his climb is limitless. Of course, it didn't start this way for Joe, As it is with anyone else, Joe had his share of challenges and hardships he had to overcome before becoming a renowned entrepreneur. Today, Joe talks with Jon about those challenges, some of the brands that lead to his success and so much more. Find out more about Joe Mimran: LinkedIn | Twitter
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11 Jun 2024 | 131 - The Serial Entrepreneur | “I Built The World’s Biggest Cigar Brand In 60 Days” | Brian Curin | 00:46:10 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us about Brian Curin's climb and the many successful business ventures he has had across the board. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
22 Feb 2022 | 02 - 7 Money Truths They Don't Teach In School | 00:20:26 | |
In this episode, Jon Davids breaks down 7 money truths that aren't taught in school. Jon dives into some of the best tips you need to know to make it when it comes to your finances, as an entrepreneur and beyond. | |||
01 Oct 2024 | 147 - How Huge Companies ACTUALLY Start | 00:15:43 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us about how the world's biggest and most recognizable brands, and how they turned existing ideas into profit machines. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
18 Oct 2022 | 46 - Making $13 Million as a One Man Company | 00:16:39 | |
Jon recently shared a story on his LinkedIn and Twitter pages regarding a person who was able to make over $13 million by making some very simple software. Since this story seems to have struck a nerve with millions of people, Jon breaks down that story today on today's show. Jon talks about his own research into this story and the playbook this company used to find big success. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn
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07 May 2022 | 21 - How I Raised VC and Almost Lost Everything | 00:14:52 | |
In 2015, Jon Davids raised $1 million dollars in seed funding. Over the course of 3 years, he almost lost everything. In the end, he bought out all of his investors and built a multi-million dollar business. Want to hear the story? This episode is based on a tweet Jon posted, that went viral. If you’re a young founder, this is an essential read. And if you’re more seasoned, you’ll love this story. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids Instagram - @jon_davids LinkedIn - @jondavids | |||
14 May 2024 | 127 - The Dairy Man | "We Made $1B Before Running Any Ads" | Chobani Founder Hamdi Ulukaya | 00:15:47 | |
In today's episode, Jon tells us how Hamdi Ulukaya took his simple love of yogurt, and turned it into a $2B powerhouse brand. Get Jon's new book, Marketing Superpowers. Out June 18, 2024. Pre-order now at MarketingSuperpowersBook.com Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
17 Jan 2023 | 59 - Turning Rotten Apples Into $386M | 00:21:56 | |
Just because your produce doesn't look picture-perfect doesn't mean that it won't taste good. More importantly, you might throw away an opportunity to make money into the compost. Abhi Ramesh knew this and founded Misfit Market. Today, Jon will tell you about how Abhi took "ugly" fruits and vegetables and made a successful online market.
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16 Apr 2022 | 15 - Unlock Huge Potential by Understanding Business DNA | 00:17:28 | |
Many businesses run in the exact same fashion and it's the one key thing that could lead to a potential downfall. When it comes down to it, it's about finding what kind of structure works for your business, rather than what you want to work for your business. What is the DNA of your company? For this episode, Jon Davids breaks explains exactly what business DNA is and how you can find which one is the lifeline in the veins of your company. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids (twitter.com/realjondavids) Instagram - @jon_davids (instagram.com/jon_davids) LinkedIn - @jondavids (linkedin.com/in/jondavids) | |||
12 Nov 2024 | 153 - This Homemade Tortilla Business Just Sold for $1.2B | Siete Foods | 00:17:45 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) explores the story of Veronica and Miguel Garza, co-founders of Siete Foods. Learn how they started from a kitchen recipe to dominating stores nationwide, leveraging community support and smart financing strategies. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
04 Apr 2023 | 70 - This Media OG Is Building Twitch for Foodies | 00:31:55 | |
Twitch is one of the biggest video game streaming platforms across the internet. How do you take that idea and blow it up? Do it for a new niche. Today, Jon talks with Brian Bedol, the co-founder and CEO of Kittch. He'll tell Jon all about that and his ventures through some OG media, such as ESPN, Nick at Night, Quincy Jones, and so much more. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tik Tok | YouTube | |||
31 Aug 2024 | Uncovering the Power of Unifying Beliefs | JD on Coffee with Closers Podcast | 00:44:17 | |
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30 Jul 2024 | 138 - Kevin O'Leary | "Here’s How I Really Made My First Million Dollars" | 00:43:50 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) sits down with Kevin O'Leary — aka Mr. Wonderful. He's chairman of O'Leary Ventures and sits in the centre chair on Shark Tank. Jon and Kevin cover a wide range of topics including personal and career growth and just how much "Mr. Wonderful" really makes. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
07 Oct 2024 | 148 - This Guy Made $3B+ Selling Chicken Fingers | 00:21:06 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us about a man named Todd Graves bootstrapped a simple idea of a chicken finger restaurant into an empire. Enjoy this? Grab JD's book Marketing Superpowers. And follow JD across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
16 May 2023 | 76 - The $200B Infomercial Formula | 00:09:24 | |
30 May 2023 | 78 - The $250M Newsletter | 00:18:22 | |
06 Aug 2024 | 139 - The Best Companies Do THIS To Drive Sales | 00:15:44 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) talks all about how some of the major companies utilize a special tactic to get you to spend as much as possible, and it's something you can start doing TODAY with your own business. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
30 Apr 2024 | 125 - The Restaurant Expert | “I Grew Jimmy John’s To 1,000 Locations Because Of This” | Gregg Majewski | 00:44:14 | |
In today's episode, Jon talks with Gregg Majewski about how he built his empire and how that led to his massive growth. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
21 Jun 2022 | 29 - How To Know If Your Business Can Scale | 00:10:36 | |
Anyone with a business wants to be able to grow; yours shouldn't be any different. But will you even be able to scale? Is your business in the position to do that? Jon David's shares a simple formula with you that will help you to determine whether or not the potential for growth is there, or if it just wasn't meant to work (and what you can do to fix that).
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31 Oct 2023 | 100 - Tyler Perry's Billion Dollar Secret | 00:16:00 | |
27 Feb 2024 | 116 - $750M Social Saga: The Stanley Quencher | 00:13:23 | |
In today's episode, Jon teaches us about what we can learn from Stanley drinkware company about finding out who your real customers are, and how small changes can lead to massive success. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
07 Nov 2023 | 101 - How to Build a $100M Fashion Brand | 00:12:06 | |
14 Feb 2023 | 63 - 3 Side Hustles To Start Right Now | 00:17:28 | |
Whether you're looking to have a side hustle or are looking to have a main one, Jon tells you about three easy ideas that you can start today and find your way to money. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
10 Jan 2024 | 109 - Ryan Reynold's $350M Secret | 00:13:11 | |
In today's episode, Jon tells us all about how Ryan Reynolds took a different path through his career in the entertainment industry, and how it led to him building an empire. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
16 Aug 2022 | 37 - I'm Learning a Ton About Crypto with Roger Huang | 00:51:28 | |
Roger Huang covers crypto for Forbes and is known as an expert on cryptocurrency. In this episode, Jon and Roger chat blockchain, Bitcoin, Ethereum and more. Learn more about Roger Huang: Twitter | Forbes Profile
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05 Dec 2023 | 105 - Building $1B+ Companies in Good Times and Bad with Clive Kinross | 00:47:04 | |
In today's episode, Jon talks with the CEO and co-founder of Propel Holdings, Clive Kinross. They will talk about what Propel Holdings does, and how Clive has been able to reach and remain successful in the business world. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
24 May 2022 | 25 - How To Spot an Entrepreneur Who Is Doing It Wrong | 00:20:07 | |
If you're in a position where you feel you're ready to start your business, you will likely end up making some common mistakes. These mistakes won't crush your dreams but leaving them unaltered will. Jon Davids lists the six red flags entrepreneurs tend to get trapped in, and how you can avoid falling into these habits.
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29 Mar 2022 | 10 - Learning From the Most Successful People Ever with Ben Wilson | 00:51:54 | |
History is full of people who we can look to learn from. Whether it's through leading a nation, running a business, or commanding an army - the people we can look to for lessons are endless. In this episode, Jon Davids is joined by guest, Ben Wilson. He hosts the podcast "How To Take Over The World". Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids (twitter.com/realjondavids) Instagram - @jon_davids (instagram.com/jon_davids) LinkedIn - @jondavids (linkedin.com/in/jondavids) | |||
30 Apr 2022 | 19 - Building a $1M Business Off One Simple Concept | 00:12:33 | |
You could have the best ideas and feel like your business is ready to take on the world. Although you might be missing one key ingredient that could make all the difference. And it's hidden in plain sight. In today's episode, Jon shares the one crucial, but easily implemented element that you can utilize as the rocket fuel your business needs. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids Instagram - @jon_davids LinkedIn - @jondavids | |||
28 Mar 2023 | 69 - The $175M Family Business Making Things All Around You | 00:37:52 | |
On today's episode, Jon talks with Enzo Vardaro, Co-founder and Vice President of Artitalia Group. Today he'll talk with Jon about how his company brings innovation to the basic things we use on a daily basis. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
31 Jan 2023 | 61 - The World's Biggest Restaurateur | 00:22:22 | |
People don't typically associate the term "college dropout" with any type of success, but who says that hasn't happened? You can ask Tilman Fertitta. Tilman was a dropout and is an entrepreneur who had to deal with a lot of obstacles to get his name in the game. Today, Jon will tell you all about him and how he went from almost down and out, to a billionaire. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn
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15 Nov 2022 | 50 - Building an Empire with Logs, Glue, and Tape with Sheena Chandaria | 00:41:04 | |
On today's episode, Jon chats with Sheena Chandaria, the VP of Sales and Corporate Affairs at Conros Corporation. We'll hear all about the second-generation business she runs with her that originated with her father building massive businesses in firelogs and glue sticks. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
28 May 2024 | 129 - The Retail Titan | I Had 90 Days To Save The Company — Then We Made $100M | Drew Green, President of Indochino | 00:42:07 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) talks with Drew Green, CEO of Indochino. Drew is not only a fascinating business person, but an all-around incredible person. Tune in to hear all about the highs and lows of Drew's amazing journey and how he became the smash success he is today. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
11 Jul 2023 | 84 - The Genius of Amazon Prime (and How You Can Steal It) | 00:20:43 | |
05 Sep 2023 | 92 - Cruising In Billions | 00:18:49 | |
13 Dec 2022 | 54 - Building a Business Using No Cash With SPRINT | 00:18:39 | |
There are many different resources to consider when starting a business. Time, money and patience are some of the biggest things you need. But what if there was a way around the investors, VC, and you didn't need money upfront? This isn't a get-rich-quick scheme, this is a proven formula that Jon has used, and he'll tell you how he did it and give you examples of other entrepreneurs who have made it using the same methods. If you like the show, be sure to leave us a rating or review wherever you get your podcasts! Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
02 Jan 2024 | 108 - This Engineer Flipped an Agency into a $155M Brewery | 00:12:11 | |
21 Feb 2023 | 64 - The Big Business of House Plants with Lionel Mora | 00:33:11 | |
On today's show, Jon has a chat with Lionel Mora. Lionel talks to Jon about his company Neoplants, how they want to combat air pollution, and so much more. Click the link here to learn more Neoplants. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
08 Nov 2022 | 49 - How Haim Saban Made $1.5B off the Power Rangers | 00:16:42 | |
Continuing with stories about different entrepreneurs who would go on to be massive in their industries, Jon talks about the man who brought a beloved childhood franchise to North American shores. We'll hear all about that and a little bit about the life of media titan Haim Saban. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
23 Jun 2020 | Introducing: Making It with Jon Davids | 00:01:20 | |
How do you take your company from your dorm room to $100M, in just a few years? How do you make $25K a month off TikTok? How do you turn a $1M investment into a $1B payoff? Join entrepreneur and investor Jon Davids as he deconstructs success with the creators, innovators, and disruptors who are making it happen. | |||
09 May 2023 | 75 - The Farmer Worth $5.8 Billion | 00:15:03 | |
04 Jun 2024 | 130 - Richard Branson | “I Started With A Magazine And Finished With An Airline” | Virgin Group | 00:14:53 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us the lesser-known stories and challenges about the billionaire co-founder of Virgin Group, Sir Richard Branson. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
26 Jul 2022 | 34 - How Brandon Turner Used IG to Buy $500M+ in Real Estate | 00:52:45 | |
It's no secret that social media is a crucially important tool in getting your business seen and heard. What if using that social media became the driver to make some serious money? That's how it worked for Brandon Turner. Brandon is the Founder and Managing Member of Open Door Capital, and the author of many real estate books. Brandon talks with Jon about the importance of initially getting people in the door on your ideas, boosting webinar numbers, and so much more insightful conversation! Follow Brandon Turner: Home Page | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
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07 Jun 2022 | 27 - 5 Types of Leverage Every Entrepreneur Needs | 00:17:36 | |
If you want your business to grow, then having leverage is a crucial step; without it, you'll likely remain a smaller business. Today, Jon Davids lists the five different types of leverage that can and should be used to take things to the next level.
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12 Dec 2023 | 106 - Lessons on Life, Leadership, and Building Kickass Businesses with Kunal Gupta | 00:53:40 | |
10 Jan 2023 | 58 - Turning Cat Poop Into a $100M Business with Jacob Zuppke | 00:45:50 | |
Who would have thought you could get a multimillion-dollar idea by cleaning out your cat's litter box? Today, Jon speaks with Jacob Zuppke, the President and CEO of Whisker. Jacob talks all about how the company makes its money on the most high-tech litter box on the market and so much more. Check out Jacob's company Whisker. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
06 Feb 2024 | 113 - Trader Joe's $20B Juggernaut | 00:11:10 | |
In today's episode, Jon tells us all about how Joe Coulombe went from being on the ropes and nearly out, to turning around and building a massive comapny. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
27 Aug 2024 | 142 - What I Learned From a $39,000 Watch | 00:15:32 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us all about "value anchoring." What is it? Why is it important? And most importantly, how can you start utilizing it in your business right now? Tune in to get all the details. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
15 Oct 2024 | 149 - She Took Over The Company When Her Dad Died — Now It’s Worth $300M | Julie Smolyansky, Lifeway Foods | 00:51:50 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) sits down with the President and Chairwoman of Lifeway Foods; Julie Smolyansky. Listen in as Julie tells us about the wild path of her career which has seen its share of loss, massive innovation, and her battle to have her product available in every grocery store. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
23 Aug 2022 | 38 - Build a Business with Debt | 00:12:23 | |
If you're building your business, there's a chance you're already considering going the venture capital route. It's a pretty standard option to go with when you start out. As scary as the word "debt" can be to most people, you can use it just as effectively to really take off. Today, Jon walks you through four easy steps you can take to use debt to your advantage to help get you to where you want to go.
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22 Mar 2022 | 08 - Building the Berkshire Hathaway of Software Companies with Colin Keeley | 00:48:43 | |
Colin Keeley is an entrepreneur, investor and co-founder of Verne. He works in the micro-private equity space, acquiring small, profitable software companies and watching them grow. Although, it's actually not that simple. In this episode, Jon and Colin chat about the micro-private equity space, why so many investors are taking notice, and where there's money to be made. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids (twitter.com/realjondavids) Instagram - @jon_davids (instagram.com/jon_davids) LinkedIn - @jondavids (linkedin.com/in/jondavids) | |||
06 Jun 2023 | 79 - Building a Community of 100K+ | 00:57:45 | |
21 May 2024 | 128 - The Business Bootstrapper | “This Is How We Make Millions Of Dollars Without Investors” | Jason Fried | 00:52:30 | |
In today's episode, Jon talks with Jason Fried, CEO of 37signals about how his company made products for themselves and how that translated into a massively successful business. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
18 Apr 2023 | 72 - The Biggest Fashion Brand in the World | 00:23:20 | |
26 Dec 2023 | Quick Hi from Jon | 00:01:29 | |
No episode this week, just a quick holiday greeting and thank you from yours truly. Thanks for tuning in throughout 2023 and I look forward to having you back in 2024. A lot of big things are planned, so don't miss out! Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube
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19 Mar 2022 | 07 - 6 Ways To Kickstart Your Business | 00:13:56 | |
Your business could be 1 degree off from massive success. But how would you know? Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids (twitter.com/realjondavids) Instagram - @jon_davids (instagram.com/jon_davids) LinkedIn - @jondavids (linkedin.com/in/jondavids) | |||
07 Feb 2023 | 62 - From Hedge Fund Wiz To Healthcare Titan with Neil Hattangadi | 00:47:17 | |
On today's show, Jon has a chat with Neil Hattangadi, the CEO of Cortica. Neil tells us all about how he went from working with hedge fund managers to being the CEO of one best and leading autism research companies in the world. Click the link here to learn more about Neil and the work being done at Cortica. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
16 Apr 2024 | 123 - The Rockstar Entrepreneur | “The Music Industry Is Crumbling — I Want To Save It” | Raine Maida | 00:48:32 | |
Canadian rock music icon Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace sits down with Jon to talk about the downfalls of the music industry and what Raine is doing with his brand-new business to help revitalize it. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
26 Mar 2024 | 120 - The Viral Content Machine: These Entrepreneurs Are Helping Brands Hack Social Media. But Can They Make It Work? | 00:32:58 | |
Hugo Bibby and Rupert Bonnington of Pockla join Jon to talk about how they help brands create new and unique ideas for their companies. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
14 Nov 2023 | 102- The Insane Business of Cereal | 00:12:50 | |
05 Nov 2024 | 152 - This Guy Sold 30K Cars, But He's No Car Salesman | The Story of BaT | 00:17:47 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) tells us about the rise of Randy Nonnenberg. Hear about his story and how he went from blogging from his living room and turned into a billion-dollar marketplace for cars. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
03 Jan 2023 | 57 - $67K in Dividend Income and Growing with Dividend John | 00:54:00 | |
If you haven't heard of Dividend John, aka "Johnny Boy," you're in for a treat today. The Jons go back a long way, and today, Dividend John gives us his story about how he built himself up financially starting in the 9 to 5 space, how he would go on to release a best-selling book, and so much more. Follow Johnny on Twitter and check out his book on Amazon. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
19 Jul 2022 | 33 - How To Buy Your Way to The Top with Chris Munn | 00:40:23 | |
Working to build yourself up in business is an ongoing process your whole life. Sometimes, you can find other meaningful ways to get yourself to the top of the chain. Jon Davids talks with Chris Munn about how using the business-to-business model of commerce can be a big step in the right direction with the right tools and people. Visit Chris Munn on Twitter Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids Instagram - @jon_davids LinkedIn - @jondavids | |||
09 Aug 2022 | 36 - Why Startup Founders Get Screwed | 00:15:07 | |
Imagine this: you founded your own company and it's been going well for years now. You decide that you want to sell the company as you think it will be very profitable. You end up selling your company for $500 million dollars. Seems like a huge payday, right? Chances are, you aren't going to be getting all of that money back though. Today, Jon tells you why just because you're a founder, doesn't mean you'll necessarily be getting every dollar from that sale price.
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03 Sep 2024 | 143 - How I Made $300K in College | 00:27:58 | |
14 Jun 2022 | 28 - Making Millions off Shopify Apps (again and again) with Dennis Hegstad | 00:46:19 | |
When building and working with apps, you need two types of people who can get it off the ground; someone to build it and someone to bring others to it. Dennis Hegstad is one of those people. On today's episode, Jon Davids talks with Dennis about how with the right people and know-how, you can make some serious money in your next big app idea.
Dennis Hegstad: Twitter
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27 Sep 2022 | 43 - How To Build a Beer Empire with Manjit Minhas | 00:47:43 | |
When you find something that you're passionate about in the world of business, you make it your life's work to become the best at it. That's what Manjit Minhas did. As co-owner and CEO of Minhas Breweries & Distilleries and Wineries with her brother Ravinder, and a personality on CBC's Dragons' Den, Manjit talks with Jon about what it takes to run a successful brewing business, the challenges that come with it, and so much more. Be sure to check out an all-new season of The Manjit Minhas Podcast. You can find new episodes every Monday on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more! Find out more about Manjit Minhas: Minhas Brewery | Instagram | LinkedIn
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20 Aug 2024 | 141 - Anthony Scaramucci: “I worked for Donald Trump – And Here’s What I’ll Tell You” | White House Insider on Politics, Business, and Success | 00:48:19 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) sits down with Anthony Scaramucci. Taking a bit of a turn from the usual content, Anthony talks with Jon about politics, world events and the ins and outs of business culture. This episode contains coarse language, the listener's discretion is advised. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
20 Feb 2024 | 115 - Making $30M in the Shower | 00:14:16 | |
In today's episode, Jon tells us about Ryan Babenzien, the CEO of Jolie. Learn about how Ryan reinvented the way people look at something as simple as a showerhead. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
22 Nov 2022 | 51 - How My Sister Made 5x More Money Doing the Same Thing | 00:17:17 | |
Business tends to run in the family for Jon. His sister runs a business and came up with a way to increase profits from $3,800 a month to $19,500 a month. How did she do it? Today, Jon will break down the formula she used and how anyone can apply it to their business. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
04 Oct 2022 | 44 - How Jason Fried Built a Massive Company Without the Hustle | 00:57:25 | |
When you think of a software company that rakes in millions in profits, you would likely think of people grinding for long hours, with a 'hustle' mindset. 60+ hours a week trying to pull everything together. And for Jason Fried, this is not the case. Jason is the co-founder and CEO of 37signals, the makers of Basecamp and hey.com. Jason is the kind of guy who believes it's not how much time you put in, but what you're doing with that time that matters. Today he talks with Jon about how he built his business, how hustle culture isn't worth it, and the time he almost lost his company. Find out more about Jason: 37signals | Basecamp | Hey | Twitter | LinkedIn | Jason's Newsletter
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12 Jul 2022 | 32 - When Your Startup Doesn't Work with Jesper Wahlberg | 00:27:08 | |
Not every new business idea is going to work out, it's just how things work. But having a concept fall through doesn't mean that there isn't anything to learn from it. In this episode, Jon talks with Jesper Wahlberg about how even when things don't initially work out, you can learn and start again.
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01 Mar 2022 | 03 - What It’s Really Like to Build a Billion Dollar Fund with John Ruffolo | 00:47:57 | |
John Ruffolo is the founder of both Maverix Private Equity and previously founded OMERS Ventures. Under John's leadership, OMERS Ventures funded game-changing companies like Hootsuite, Hopper, and of course, Shopify. In this episode, we hear about John's insights on what it's like to build a venture fund, the war-room stories of getting into coveted deals, and what he's planning next with Maverix. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter - @realjondavids (twitter.com/realjondavids) Instagram - @jon_davids (instagram.com/jon_davids) LinkedIn - @jondavids (linkedin.com/in/jondavids) | |||
13 Sep 2022 | 41 - Making $4200 a Month with a Geeky Side Hustle | 00:18:08 | |
Finding and honing in on a smaller market can mean making some good money, and it doesn't even have to be your full-time job. Today, Jon tells the story of a neighbour of his that while still in high school, manages to bring in over $4000 a month using his free time in the evenings. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | |||
31 May 2022 | 26 - From Ad Agency to Full Time Investor with Jay Vasantharajah | 00:43:12 | |
Getting your foot in the door is essential for anything you want to do in life. From humble beginnings to large ambitions, Jay Vasantharajah talks all about his growth through business and how it's never too late to get started. Join Jon Davids as he and Jay discuss these points and so much more in the great conversation.
Jay Vasantharajah: Home Page | Twitter | Mailing List
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20 Jun 2023 | 81 - How are Things going at DemandScope? | 00:21:58 | |
12 Mar 2024 | 118 - Pivoting to a $1M Business in 42 Minutes | 00:42:01 | |
In today's episode, Jon chats with Shafkat Kassim of Jettrav about expanding your business by creating a loyal community. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
13 Jul 2024 | How to Build a Digital Community Before Launching Your Invention | From The Product Startup Podcast | 00:13:26 | |
Jon (JonDavids.com) was a featured guest on The Product Startup Podcast in May 2024. Here's the audio from that episode! And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube | |||
19 Sep 2023 | 94 - How I Made $300k in College | 00:27:47 | |
23 Apr 2024 | 124 - The Rolex Killer | “We Made $290,000 By Accident — So We Went All In” | MVMT Watches | 00:13:07 | |
In today's episode, Jon talks about the rise of one of the most popular watch brands on the market today, MVMT Watches. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube |