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Give It A Nudge

By: Steve Grace
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  • Start-up Founders, Venture Captial, Private Equity, Accelerators - hear them all talk about their stories where they went wrong, what went right and what they learned!
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  • Lucy Wark: Redefining Industry Standards with Normal and Fuzzy

    Lucy Wark: Redefining Industry Standards with Normal and Fuzzy
    May 21 2024
    In this episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve chats with Lucy Wark, the dynamic founder of two innovative companies: Normal and Fuzzy. Normal revolutionises sex education with engaging digital content and sex toys, while Fuzzy focuses on teaching essential soft skills often overlooked in traditional education.

    Lucy shares her path from launching a student magazine at the University of Cambridge to her strategic experiences at McKinsey, which helped pave the way for her entrepreneurial ventures. She also introduces her latest project, Grapevine, aimed at combating sexual harassment in the tech industry by sharing stories and providing practical advice.

    Feeling inspired by Lucy's story? Tune into Give It A Nudge for more episodes that explore the intersections of tech, business, and meaningful impact. Subscribe now to catch every inspiring story that could be just the nudge you need in your own entrepreneurial journey.
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    49 mins
  • How Dr. Neetu Johnson is Building a Healthier Future for Startup Founders

    How Dr. Neetu Johnson is Building a Healthier Future for Startup Founders
    May 15 2024
    In this episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve is joined by Dr. Neetu Johnson, the Chief Medical Officer and Co- Founder of Prescribe Life. Neetu shares her journey from experiencing burnout in the demanding field of psychiatry to pioneering a platform focused on improving the mental health and overall well-being of founders.

    Neetu explains how her personal burnout and dissatisfaction with traditional psychiatric practices led her to integrate Ayurveda and yoga into her approach, aiming to offer more holistic care. This approach laid the foundation for Prescribe Life, which is specifically designed to address the unique pressures founders face, such as founder burnout, intense work hours, and the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship.

    The conversation also covers the psychological traits of founders, including their risk-taking behaviour and the high incidence of neurodivergence like ADHD among entrepreneurs. Neetu emphasises the importance of comprehensive support systems for founders, akin to the team around a top athlete, to sustain their health and business performance.

    Steve and Neetu discuss the potential role of venture capitalists in supporting founder well-being as part of their investment, suggesting that more comprehensive care could significantly enhance founders' long-term success and resilience.

    For more stories on entrepreneurship, startups and high-growth businesses, make sure to subscribe to Give It A Nudge and tune in next week for another episode.
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    31 mins
  • Stride Equity's CEO Maria Halasz on Transforming Startup Capital

    Stride Equity's CEO Maria Halasz on Transforming Startup Capital
    May 14 2024
    In the latest episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve talks with Maria Halasz, the CEO of Stride Equity, a venture group that uniquely combines the resources of venture capital with the power of equity crowdfunding. Maria explains how Stride Equity is not just investing in startups but is deeply involved in preparing them for securing investments, leveraging a model that goes beyond simple transactions.

    Maria shares her extensive background, which spans starting in biotech, moving through investment banking, and ultimately leading a listed biotechnology company for 14 years. Her comprehensive experience in fundraising, management, and regulatory compliance uniquely positions her to lead Stride Equity.

    During the discussion, Maria outlines the innovative approach of Stride Equity, which is designed to meet the needs of founders and investors. This venture group provides more than capital; they invest their experience, expertise, and connections, offering mentorship, advice, and invaluable access to their networks.

    For more stories on startups, scale-ups and high-growth companies, don’t forget to subscribe to Give It A Nudge for our weekly episodes.
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    22 mins
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