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EP 7: From Stand-Up to Start-Up: Building a Global Software Brand with Chris Heard
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Every entrepreneur's journey is different, but hard work is the common thread in each story. In this episode, Chris Heard, founder of Olive Technologies, reflects on his unique path from a stand-up comedian to selling insurance and now scaling a software company that’s redefining the RFP process.
We discuss how he overcame the early challenges of a tech startup, why he adapted his hiring strategy, and the importance of branding. Discover why delegation can actually hurt your business, how to leverage your skills as a founder, and more!
Topics discussed in this episode:
● Chris’s transition into entrepreneurship
● Lessons from founding Olive and breaking into a niche market
● Hiring mistakes and defining your role as founder
● The intersection of branding and relationships
● Ahead of the Heard podcast
● How Chris’s global experiences have impacted his success
● The value of hard work and creativity
Connect with Chris Heard and Olive Technologies:
https://olive.app/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ahead-of-the-heard/id1755644998
Candus Hinderer and Carrie Ferroukhi are the co-founders of Arcus Advisors, a business consulting firm dedicated to helping Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies improve results by optimizing the accounting and finance functions through strategic guidance and practical solutions. For more information and resources, visit Arcus Advisors: https://arcusadvisors.com/home
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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