Episodes

Losing My Dad
Jan. 27, 2021

Losing My Dad

Today I reflect on the biggest loss in my life and how it made me the professional and man I am today.
The Origin of Morning Brew Sales
Jan. 25, 2021

The Origin of Morning Brew Sales

Today I breakdown the evolution of Morning Brew's 8-figure sales strategy.
Why I Quit My Job
Jan. 22, 2021

Why I Quit My Job

Today I reflect on the thought process that convinced me to leave my cushy job at Morgan Stanley and go full-time at Morning Brew.
How We Grew From 0 to 2.5 million
Jan. 20, 2021

How We Grew From 0 to 2.5 million

Today I break down the tactics Morning Brew used to grow from 0 to 2.5, including the ambassador program, referral program, and paid acquisition.
I Ruined The Meeting
Jan. 18, 2021

I Ruined The Meeting

Today I reflect on how I messed up big time during a meeting for our paid product.
The Secret to Employee Happiness
Jan. 15, 2021

The Secret to Employee Happiness

Today I discuss the impact that managers can have on employee satisfaction.
How to Overcome Builder's Block
Jan. 13, 2021

How to Overcome Builder's Block

Today I describe my experience having "builder's block" and suggest some remedies.
Making Weekdays as Productive as the Weekend
Jan. 11, 2021

Making Weekdays as Productive as the Weekend

Today I reflect on my productive weekend and think about ways to clear distractions from my weekdays.
Leadership During Tumultuous Times
Jan. 8, 2021

Leadership During Tumultuous Times

Today I discuss four lessons that I've learned about leading a company through tumultuous times.
5 Keys to a Pump-up Speech
Jan. 6, 2021

5 Keys to a Pump-up Speech

Today I break down the 5 keys to a great pump-up speech.
New Year's Resolutions Are Broken
Jan. 4, 2021

New Year's Resolutions Are Broken

Today I explain how New Year's Resolutions set you up to fail, and present a better framework for reaching your goals.
Why I'm Rewriting My Job Description
Jan. 1, 2021

Why I'm Rewriting My Job Description

Today I explain my annual review process and why I'm rewriting my job description as CEO of Morning Brew.
Mr. Beast and the Balloon Effect
Dec. 30, 2020

Mr. Beast and the Balloon Effect

Today I explore the growth of Mr. Beast and compare it to the growth of Morning Brew.
Poker Should Be a Required Business Class
Dec. 28, 2020

Poker Should Be a Required Business Class

Today I breakdown what business builders can learn from strategies and fundamentals of poker.
The Scary Part of a Relaxing Break
Dec. 24, 2020

The Scary Part of a Relaxing Break

Today, as people start logging off for the holidays, I discuss the anxiety of doing nothing.
Should I Invest in Bitcoin?
Dec. 23, 2020

Should I Invest in Bitcoin?

Today I walk through my decision making process while pondering whether I should invest in Bitcoin.
Your Trash is Another's Treasure
Dec. 22, 2020

Your Trash is Another's Treasure

Today I discuss how to make less with more by utilizing the processes, waste, and unused ideas in your business.
Expectations vs. Reality (My First Board Meeting)
Dec. 21, 2020

Expectations vs. Reality (My First Board Meeting)

Today I reflect on my expectations going into my first board meeting, and how things actually went down.
Small Details Add Up Fast
Dec. 18, 2020

Small Details Add Up Fast

Today I discuss the importance of being "on brand" in all the little touch-points your business has with its customers.
Addition by Subtraction
Dec. 17, 2020

Addition by Subtraction

Today I discuss a cold outreach template that shows that, sometimes, less is more.
How to Make Reference Checks Less Terrible
Dec. 16, 2020

How to Make Reference Checks Less Terrible

Today I propose how companies can actually make reference checks useful.
Everyone Is a Project Manager
Dec. 15, 2020

Everyone Is a Project Manager

Today I talk about the importance of creating processes that turn employees into project managers.
You Are Unoriginal
Dec. 14, 2020

You Are Unoriginal

Today I discuss a recent experience that reminded me that our problems are not unique to us.
Monthly AMA: Startups vs. Big Business, Staying Creative, and Opportunity Cost
Dec. 11, 2020

Monthly AMA: Startups vs. Big Business, Staying Creative, and Opportunity Cost

Today I answer listener questions on the safety of startups, how to stay innovative, and a missed opportunity I'm grateful for.