Episodes

  • Trailer

    Trailer
    Apr 14 2020
    This episode is an introduction to the new series Venture Forward with your co-hosts Jason Kraus and Nina Vlasic. Listen to this episode to learn about our hosts and get a sneak peak into some of the topics we will be discussing this season. Music Credits Intro Song: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) Check out our website www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for episodes Support this podcast
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    8 mins
  • Rinse and Repeat

    Rinse and Repeat
    Apr 22 2020
    In this episode Jason and Nina discuss Soul Cycle's beginnings, and how Soul Cycle became a mainstream fitness movement. They dive into the process of identifying and learning from customers, as well as what it takes to build a successful brand. References: Podcast: Guy Raz; How I Built This "Soul Cycle: Julie Rice & Elizabeth Cutler" https://www.npr.org/2018/12/21/679320471/soulcycle-julie-rice-elizabeth-cutler Article: Scaling Your Startup...with Soul https://www.startups.com/library/founder-stories/julie-rice-elizabeth-cutler ----------- Music: Erik Lund- Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music. Music promoted by Blog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU (https://www.youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) Check out our website www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for episodes. Thanks for listening! Support this podcast
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    16 mins
  • Harness, Discover, and Achieve

    Harness, Discover, and Achieve
    Apr 29 2020
    In this episode we discuss our different styles of managing ideas, and how to harness your ideas, discover your focal point and set realistic milestones for your business. Music Credits Intro Song: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) Check out our website www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for episodes Support this podcast
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    20 mins
  • Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid as an Entrepreneur

    Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid as an Entrepreneur
    May 6 2020
    In this episode, we discuss the top five mistakes that Jason Kraus encounters when he works with clients and their startup. Thank you for listening! Follow us on Instagram: @ventureforwardthepodcast Check out our website www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for future episodes! Music: Intro Song: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) Support this podcast
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    24 mins
  • Small Business Shout Outs

    Small Business Shout Outs
    May 13 2020
    In this episode we discuss a few of our favorite small businesses in Boston, including, Tatte Bakery, Fuel America, Casa Romero, Stoked, On Call Pets, and Polka Dog Bakery. We hope you enjoy! Music: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) Check out our website www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for episodes Thanks for listening! Support this podcast
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    17 mins
  • Coping with Quarantine

    Coping with Quarantine
    May 20 2020
    In this episode cohosts Jason Kraus and Nina Vlasic discuss how they have been dealing with the quarantine and technology platforms that can help with entertainment, communication and networking. Follow us on Instagram @VentureForwardThePodcast Check out our website www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for future episodes. Music: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) If you enjoy our podcast please rate and share with friends! Support this podcast
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    14 mins
  • Working together: crafting your team

    Working together: crafting your team
    May 27 2020
    In this episode cohosts Jason Kraus and Nina Vlasic discuss team dynamics, how to find the ideal teammates for your business and attributes we look for in groups we work with. Follow us on Instagram @VentureForwardThePodcast Check out our website https://player.captivate.fm/show/www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com (www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com) for more information or to submit comments, questions and ideas for future episodes. Music: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) If you enjoy our podcast please rate and share with friends! Support this podcast
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    14 mins
  • Taking a stand

    Taking a stand
    Jun 3 2020
    In this episode we discuss current events and what racism in our society, Nina shares personal stories and discusses with Jason the acts we can all take to move in a better direction as a society. Please share our message and let us know your story as we can all learn from each other. If anyone has any questions or would like to discuss anti-racism and learn different ways to support the black community, please reach out to me. I'd be happy to send you a few resources. There are so many research articles that discuss how deeply rooted our society is in 'white culture,' and how 'white ideals' are impacting those who do not identify as being 'white.' I could discuss the disparities all day, but I will leave you with this-- change happens when there is purpose and intention to act. Not only have tough conversations with your white peers, but follow up those conversations with action. Through effective action, is when we will truly see impactful change. --Nina ____ Suggested Reading (mentioned in podcast) + other resources https://www.amazon.com/White-Fragility-People-About-Racism/dp/0807047414/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1T9TOL1N9DDG1&dchild=1&keywords=white+fragility+robin+diangelo&qid=1591366563&sprefix=White+Fragility%2Caps%2C155&sr=8-1 (White Fragility: Why it's so hard for White People to Talk About Racism) by Robin Diangelo https://www.amazon.com/New-Jim-Crow-Incarceration-Colorblindness/dp/1620971933/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591366727&sr=8-1 (The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness) by Michelle Alexander https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Antiracist-Ibram-Kendi/dp/0525509283/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1YFZGZ13FHW3V&dchild=1&keywords=how+to+bean+antiracist+by+ibram+x.+kendi&qid=1591366895&sprefix=How+to+Be+A%2Caps%2C455&sr=8-1 (How To Be An Anti-Racist) by Ibram X. Kendi https://www.amazon.com/Just-Mercy-Story-Justice-Redemption/dp/081298496X (Just Mercy) by Bryan Stevenson https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/a23960/james-baldwin-cool-it/ (How to Cool It) by James Baldwin (Esquire article) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4amCfVbA_c (Trevor Noah Video) https://secure.actblue.com/donate/naacp-1 (Donate to the NAACP) https://blacklivesmatter.com/activist-shorts/ (Black Lives Matter) activist videos + support BLM! FILMS 13th- Netflix When They See Us- Netflix Just Mercy- Amazon Prime The Skin We're In- CBC Thank you for your time! Follow us at www.ventureforwardthepodcast.com and @VentureForwardthePodcast on Instagram Music: Erik Lund - Tokyo Sunset (Vlog No Copyright Music)Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jpnNRB5eTU (https://youtu.be/-jpnNRB5eTU) If you enjoy our podcast please rate and share with friends! Support this podcast
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    17 mins