Most innovative ideas are ahead of their time, which makes staying on the playing field long enough for your idea to hit one of the most crucial skills for any founder or new business.
The Glow Up talks with innovators about their big ideas and how they stay resilient in the face of change; and how they find and build the value that will drive their future success.
A "glow up" signifies a positive transformation, reflecting the journey of becoming a better, more successful version of oneself.
At The Glow Up, we humanize the startup and innovation landscape by focusing on the essential aspects of the entrepreneurial journey. Groundbreaking ideas are often ahead of their time, making resilience and perseverance vital for founders and product leaders.
In our podcast, we engage with innovators to discuss their transformative ideas, the challenges they face, and how they create value for future success.
If you're a founder or product leader seeking your own glow up, or a seasoned entrepreneur with stories to share, we invite you to join our guest list via this link.
[00:00:00] Its lonely at the top for product leaders and startup founders. And its lonely in innovation. Few people really understand what you do or can share relatable examples or advice. Welcome to The Glow Up., Fabulous conversations with innovative minds. I'm your host Nathan C, Founder of Awesome Future.
[00:00:22] Here at The Glow Up., we're on a mission to uplift and humanize the world of startups and innovation by focusing on what really matters in the long entrepreneurial journey of successfully taking an idea or technology to market.
[00:00:39] Most innovative ideas are ahead of their time, which makes staying on the playing field long enough for your idea to hit one of the most crucial skills for any founder or new business.
[00:00:51] The Glow Up., talks with innovators about their big ideas and how they stay resilient in the face of change and how they find and build the value that will drive their future success. What is a Glow Up., you might ask?
[00:01:07] Glow Up., is defined as a positive transformation, often involving significant changes in appearance, confidence or lifestyle. We use the term Glow Up., to refer to the process of becoming a better version of one's self or one's business, more attractive and more successful.
[00:01:27] If you're a founder or a product leader who's looking to have a Glow Up. of your own, or if you're a seasoned entrepreneur whose stories can support others with your vision and perspective, we'd love to hear from you.
[00:01:41] Please add your name to the guest list with the links in the show now. Each episode will also feature a community spotlight for innovative NGOs, non-profits and other organizations that are driving innovation and change in their communities.
[00:01:57] If you're one of these groups, there's another link in our bio for community groups and sponsors to learn more. Please sign up. We'd love to meet you. Thanks for listening to the Glow Up., we're excited to share these stories of innovation, success and resilience with you.
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