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Talent Talks

By: Produced by: Talent Trellis Co Hosted by Paul Drake Verge
  • Summary

  • We go deep on the mental, emotional, and spiritual journey of entrepreneurship or any other difficult endeavour. The host, Paul Drake Verge, through the lens of his unique experiences of tree-planting, running a wood cap and out-staffing company, as well as his own spiritual journey, dives deep into the mental, emotional, and spiritual factors that attribute to success in any endeavour.
    Produced by: Talent Trellis Co, Hosted by Paul Drake Verge
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Episodes
  • Cameron Rowe: Drones, Delivery, and Dragon's Den | [EP 6]
    Apr 22 2024

    In this exciting 6th episode of the Talent Talks Podcast, we're joined by Cameron Rowe, the visionary CEO and founder of Hover. Cameron has pioneered a drone delivery system that simplifies last-mile delivery challenges, notably to the hard-to-reach Toronto Islands. Throughout the episode, he shares his inspiring journey from childhood interests to appearing on the acclaimed business pitch show "Dragon's Den." Cameron also discusses the inception of Hover, the strategic innovations behind using drones for delivery, and his future plans for expansion into new regions. Tune in to hear about the transformative potential of drone technology in everyday logistics and how it's set to redefine the delivery industry. 🔗Connect with Cameron Rowe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camrrowe/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camrrowe/ Hover: https://www.hover.direct/ 🔔 Subscribe for inspiring stories: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrrMj6LWqCc-jNTH7F99RQ?sub_confirmation=1 👉 Follow our Podcast on Social Media: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talenttalks.podcast/ - Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@talenttalks.podcast - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talenttalks.podcast 👉 Follow Talent Trellis on Social Media: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talenttrellisco - Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talenttrellisco - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talenttrellisco/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/91357860/admin/feed/posts/ 👉 Listen to the podcast on: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oF2mfuRkuBXY7arb2ioF2?si=38d63d05d0304d32 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talent-talks/id1729032416 - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ed7080d2-28c9-43dc-ab68-2c4a0b20207a/talent-talks 💡 Want more? Check out our full podcast playlist for more inspiring stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9vC1JiLSTJ2_STIwFV0qhLtO3bGLjqmj If you’re interested in hiring amazing international talent - book a free 30min discovery call here 👉 https://calendar.app.google/frYu5Lpf8rU9MLog7 💌 Contact us: paul@talenttrellis.co About Talent Talks: Talent Talks is a podcast dedicated to sharing the mental, emotional, and spiritual journey of entrepreneurship or any other difficult endeavour. Join us as we explore the journeys of entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, and more, who have all redefined the meaning of success.

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    2 hrs and 29 mins
  • Ali Afnan: Building Lucky Lad from Digital Marketing Roots | [EP 5]
    Mar 31 2024

    In this captivating 5th episode of the Talent Talks Podcast, we're joined by Ali Afnan, a dynamic entrepreneur who has seamlessly transitioned from the world of digital marketing agencies to launching his own innovative health supplement company, Lucky Lad. Ali shares his fascinating journey, from his early days experimenting with dropshipping and content creation to the strategic moves that led him to identify and fill a unique niche in the health supplement market. Key Highlights: - Early Experiments: Ali discusses his initial forays into entrepreneurship, including dropshipping and creating digital content, and what these experiences taught him about business and marketing. - Agency Insights: Reflecting on his time at a leading digital marketing agency, Ali reveals how this experience provided him with a broad understanding of growth marketing and the confidence to consult for brands independently. - TikTok as a Catalyst: Discover how Ali leveraged TikTok not just as a platform for content creation but as a powerful tool for market research, brand building, and directly engaging with his target audience. - Launching Lucky Lad: Ali takes us through the inception of Lucky Lad, from concept to product development. He shares the challenges of creating a hangover supplement that stands out for its efficacy and appeal to a younger demographic, emphasizing the importance of product validation and customer feedback. - Entrepreneurial Lessons: Throughout his journey, Ali emphasizes the value of adaptability, the power of starting from scratch, and the significance of aligning personal interests with business ventures for sustained motivation and success. What You'll Learn: - Strategies for transitioning from service-based work to product-based entrepreneurship. - The role of social media, particularly TikTok, in validating business ideas and engaging with potential customers. - Insights into the health supplement industry and the process of product development and market entry. - Practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on resilience, market research, and the iterative process of building a business. Connect with Ali Afnan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_aliafnan/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ali.afnan?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliafnan/ Lucky Lad: https://luckylad.co/ 🔔 Subscribe for inspiring stories: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrrMj6LWqCc-jNTH7F99RQ?sub_confirmation=1 👉 Follow our Podcast on Social Media: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talenttalks.podcast/ - Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@talenttalks.podcast - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talenttalks.podcast 👉 Follow Talent Trellis on Social Media: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talenttrellisco - Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talenttrellisco - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talenttrellisco/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/91357860/admin/feed/posts/ 👉 Listen to the podcast on: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oF2mfuRkuBXY7arb2ioF2?si=38d63d05d0304d32 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talent-talks/id1729032416 - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ed7080d2-28c9-43dc-ab68-2c4a0b20207a/talent-talks 💡 Want more? Check out our full podcast playlist for more inspiring stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9vC1JiLSTJ2_STIwFV0qhLtO3bGLjqmj If you’re interested in hiring amazing international talent - book a free 30min discovery call here 👉 https://calendar.app.google/frYu5Lpf8rU9MLog7 💌 Contact us: [paul@talenttrellis.co] About Talent Talks: Talent Talks is a podcast dedicated to sharing the mental, emotional, and spiritual journey of entrepreneurship or any other difficult endeavour. Join us as we explore the journeys of entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, and more, who have all redefined the meaning of success.

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Parnian Majd: Empowering Women Through Health Tech | [EP 04]
    Mar 17 2024

    In the 4th episode of the Talent Talks Podcast, we sit down with Parnian Majd, a trailblazing entrepreneur whose innovative approach to women's health is changing the game. Born in Iran and now a leading figure in Canada's tech scene, Parnian is the founder of Fibra, a company at the forefront of developing smart underwear designed to revolutionize the way women access and understand their reproductive health data.


    In this episode, you'll learn about:

    - Parnian Majd's Inspiring Background: From her roots in Iran, where women's health topics are often taboo, to her impressive journey through academia, earning a master's degree in biomedical engineering and an entrepreneurship certificate from Harvard Business School.

    - The Birth of Fibra: Discover the motivation behind Fibra's creation and how Parnian's personal experiences fueled her desire to offer women a new way to engage with their reproductive health through cutting-edge, non-invasive technology.

    - Overcoming Challenges: Parnian shares the hurdles she faced while transitioning from a biomedical engineer to an entrepreneur in the tech industry, and the successes that have defined Fibra's path to innovation.- Breaking Down Barriers: A deep dive into how Fibra is challenging societal norms around women's health and providing women with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their bodies.

    - Vision for the Future: Insights into the potential of wearable health technology to diagnose, monitor, and manage health conditions, and how entrepreneurs like Parnian Majd are leading the charge in transforming healthcare.


    Connect with Parnian Majd:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parnianmajd/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parnian-majd-b-eng-m-eng-84672b16a/

    Website: https://fibrainc.ca/

    🔔 Subscribe for inspiring stories: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrrMj6LWqCc-jNTH7F99RQ?sub_confirmation=1👉 Follow our Podcast on


    Social Media:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talenttalks.podcast/

    - Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@talenttalks.podcast

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talenttalks.podcast


    👉 Follow Talent Trellis on Social Media:

    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talenttrellisco

    - Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talenttrellisco

    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talenttrellisco/

    - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/91357860/admin/feed/posts/


    👉 Listen to the podcast on:

    - Spotify:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/4oF2mfuRkuBXY7arb2ioF2?si=38d63d05d0304d32- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talent-talks/id1729032416

    - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ed7080d2-28c9-43dc-ab68-2c4a0b20207a/talent-talks


    💡 Want more? Check out our full podcast playlist for more inspiring stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9vC1JiLSTJ2_STIwFV0qhLtO3bGLjqmj


    If you’re interested in hiring amazing international talent - book a free 30min discovery call here 👉 https://calendar.app.google/frYu5Lpf8rU9MLog7


    💌 Contact us: [paul@talenttrellis.co](mailto:paul@talenttrellis.co)


    About Talent Talks: Talent Talks is a podcast dedicated to sharing the mental, emotional, and spiritual journey of entrepreneurship or any other difficult endeavour. Join us as we explore the journeys of entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, and more, who have all redefined the meaning of success.

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    54 mins

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