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Welcome to “Growing Pains,” the podcast that cuts through the tech hype and gets real about what it takes to “grow up” with Venture and PE backing. Candid conversations, practical solutions, and a lot of “tell it like it is”.
This Podcast prepares you for the changes from new, professional investors. The good the bad and the very ugly.
Guests include CEOs, GTM experts, Operators, and Investors who talk about rapid scaling, changing leadership, ripping apart the tech that got you there, while not missing a beat to keep customers happy, disciplined reporting and forecasting with stories and anecdotes that make it real.
We’ll chat with experts who’ve crossed the scaling chasm and experts in PE and VC who about what they’ve seen post-investment and what they look for based on that experience.
So, if you’re ready for some honest, no-nonsense insights and maybe a chuckle or two, join us!
This is “Growing Pains” by Outforce, subscribe today, and let’s get started.
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Meet David Hornik, the Silicon Valley legend who turned 5 companies into billion-dollar powerhouses—including Splunk's $28B exit to Cisco What You'll Learn: • From Courtroom to Cap Table: How a lawyer pivoted into one of tech's most successful investors (and why his legal training became his secret weapon) • The People-First Formula: Why Hornik backs entrepreneurs, not just business plans—and how this philosophy created billions in value • AI Revolution Insights: What the investor who spotted...
Summary Would you want a human brain surgeon or the latest AI robotic surgeon to perform surgery? In this episode of Growing Pains, Chris Hood former director of innovation at Google, author of Inf-AI-lable , talks about AI's implications for businesses, particularly in customer-centric approaches. Chris presents a contrarian view that while AI has made significant strides, it is not near where the hype claims it to be. Chris argues that what has really changed is distribution to consu...
David Rowley, Operating Partner with Diversis Capital (Diversis.com) discusses the intricacies of private equity, focusing on growth equity and the role of technology in investment decisions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding a company's technical leadership and team dynamics during the due diligence process. David also outlines the critical first hundred days post-acquisition, highlighting the need for a transformation plan and the impact of AI on investment strategie...
This week on Growing Pains..... Altus CXO Chief Technology Officer, Tom Altman! Tune in as we talk about transitioning from consolidation to acquisition, mapping your business process to prepare for AI, and strategies for rolling-up your business. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
IdeaScale CEO, Nick Jain provides a unique perspective on key differences between funding from Venture Capital Firms and Private Equity Firms, as well as maintaining profitability when businesses are decreasing their spending on innovation and technology. Bonus Tip: The philosophy behind: “Businesses are explained by numbers, but not run by numbers” For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week on Growing Pains...Alicia Farricielli! Tune in as we learn how to feel good about your business and make smart decisions by staying in the present. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week on Growing Pains... Matthew Mamet, Chief Product Officier of EnergySage. We are digging into the perfect scenario for a founder, the threat of OpenAI to Google marketplaces, and increasing your revenue by decreasing costs. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week on Growing Pains... Dave Sobel from The Business of Tech! Let's look into the nuances of the critical first customer, long-term lifetime value, and gaining awareness with your target community. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week on Growing Pains we are chatting with John St. Pierre, a fellow Canadian, successful entrepreneur, and the author of the $100M Journey. John shares his insights on the tough lessons in early business stages, the ups and downs of VC funding, and leveraging your failures. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week we welcome Ryan Matonis, President & CTO of LeadForce360 to the Growing Pains podcast. This week we are getting into CRMs, outbound activities, and the challenges of selling to non-technical companies - as a tech company. Tune in to learn how these insights can ease your growing pains! For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
Erik Birkfeld from Scaletech Consulting talks with us about the importance of understanding the "Why" in engineering, the vitality of a cultural fit for an engineering department and the evolution of MVP's and technical leaders. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week we sit down with Brittany Greenfield, the Founder and CEO of Wabbi and we are getting into open-door policies, practical transparency, and how building software and building a house aren't so different. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week we chat with Terry Ziemniak, and we are digging into the world of cybersecurity. Tune in for tips, trends, and the latest on keeping your business secure! For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
This week we chat with Denzil Eden - the founder and CEO of Smarty! We get into all things AI, coding, and cultivating your network to find success. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
The episode of the Growing Pains Podcast features Yoli Chisholm, chief marketing officer at Outforce, and Steven Bandola, our lead product engineer. This week we focus on the challenges of building engineering teams and companies. Steven shares his 20-year journey in software development, starting from creating websites as a teenager to becoming an expert in various technologies, ultimately leading to his current role at Outforce, and how the practice of outsourcing has evolved alongside his ...
Hear from PennyAI's VP of Engineering, Jane Creed as she talks about her journey with Outforce and the success that came from IT outsourcing done right. For more insights from Sean, visit OUTFORCE.AI
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