In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, hosts Cory and Jayde Silva share exciting updates about their business, including a new partnership with Martell Ventures. They discuss their recent success in client acquisition, project management strategies, and the balance between sales and fulfillment roles.
The conversation also touches on the importance of community engagement for their product, SocialSweep, and how they are applying a product mindset to their service-based business. The episode concludes with reflections on learning from success and the future outlook for their ventures.
Chapters
00:00 Exciting Updates and New Partnerships
03:34 Reflecting on Business Growth and Resilience
06:32 Project Management and Resource Allocation
09:17 Sales Strategies and Client Relationships
11:46 Navigating the Balance Between Sales and Operations
14:28 Customer Engagement and Product Development
17:21 Learning from Success and Feedback
20:06 Transitioning Roles and Embracing New Challenges
22:57 Defining Service Features and Client Experience
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Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, hosts Cory and Jayde Silva welcome James Milsom, CMO at Hunter.io, to discuss lead generation and cold outreach.
James shares his journey from studying law to becoming a marketing expert, emphasizing the importance of overcoming misconceptions about cold emailing. He provides insights into effective outreach strategies, the significance of niching down, and the value of building relationships through cold outreach. The conversation also highlights Hunter.io's unique approach to data enrichment and the importance of verified data in successful outreach campaigns.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lead Generation and Cold Outreach
03:23 The Journey into Marketing and Lead Generation
06:18 Overcoming Misconceptions in Cold Emailing
09:14 Effective Cold Outreach Strategies
11:57 The Importance of Niching Down
14:48 Building Relationships Through Cold Outreach
17:57 Hunter.io: A Game Changer in Lead Generation
20:49 Data Quality and Verification in Outreach
23:36 Conclusion and Future Insights
Want to Connect with James Milsom & Hunter.io?
Website: https://hunter.io/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-milsom/
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Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode, hosts Cory and Jayde reflect on their recent experiences and developments within their businesses, Sixth Summit and Social Sweep. They discuss the growth and changes in their roles, the importance of building relationships in sales, and strategies for shortening the sales cycle. The conversation highlights the dynamics of teamwork, the challenges of navigating business changes, and the excitement of exploring new opportunities in their respective fields.
Chapters
00:00 Reflecting on Recent Developments
02:52 Navigating Business Changes and Growth
05:52 The Power of Team Dynamics
08:53 Building Relationships in Sales
11:58 Sales Strategies and Closing Techniques
14:51 Shortening the Sales Cycle
17:49 Exploring New Opportunities
20:54 Final Thoughts and Future Directions
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Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode, Elias Hage, founder and CEO of App8, shares his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship in the food service industry. He discusses the importance of identifying problems, the value of pre-selling, and the lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic. Elias emphasizes the significance of finding the right co-founder and the need to adapt and unlearn previous habits to succeed in a rapidly changing environment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Elias Hage and App8
02:55 From Corporate to Entrepreneurship: Elias's Journey
04:49 Identifying Problems: The People, Process, Product Framework
07:35 Choosing the Food Service Industry: A Strategic Decision
10:24 The Importance of Pre-Selling and Customer Validation
13:31 Learning from Mistakes: The Role of Feedback
16:28 Navigating Challenges During COVID-19
19:19 Becoming a Decisive Leader: Lessons Learned
22:26 Conclusion and Future Directions
Connect with Elias!
Email: elias@app8solutions.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasbhage/
Instagram: @eliasbhage
Website: app8solutions.com
Want to Connect with Super SaaS Bros?
Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, Cory and Jayde welcome Nate Zroh, a ghostwriter and entrepreneur, who shares his journey from being a consultant at Deloitte to starting his own LinkedIn ghostwriting agency.
The conversation delves into the art of ghostwriting, the challenges of writer's block, and the role of AI in content creation. Nate emphasizes the importance of maintaining a unique voice in writing and how to stand out on LinkedIn amidst the rise of AI-generated content. He also shares his future goals for his agency and offers valuable life advice.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Nate Zroh
03:53 Nate's Journey from Consultant to Entrepreneur
06:50 The Art of Ghostwriting
09:49 Navigating Writer's Block and Client Voices
12:52 The Role of AI in Content Creation
15:42 Standing Out on LinkedIn
18:40 The Value of Human Touch in Ghostwriting
21:34 Future Goals for Story Engineers
24:27 Final Thoughts and Life Advice
Connect with Nate!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natezroh/
Website: https://storyengineers.co/
Want to Connect with Super SaaS Bros?
Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, hosts Cory and Jayde discuss the recent mandate in China requiring labels on AI-generated content. They explore the implications of this regulation on trust and transparency in digital media, the dilution of social media value due to AI-generated content, and the evolving landscape of content creation on platforms like YouTube. Jayde shares his journey in creating YouTube content, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and personal branding.
Chapters
00:00 AI Content Labeling in China
08:27 Impact of AI on Social Media
12:48 The Journey of Content Creation
25:59 Building a Personal Brand
Want to Connect with Super SaaS Bros?
Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, Cory and Jayde engage with leadership consultant Dana Campbell, who shares her insights on the nuances of leadership, the impact of workplace culture, and the challenges faced by leaders in both startups and established enterprises.
Dana emphasizes the importance of personal growth for leaders, the role of AI in enhancing efficiency, and the necessity of having difficult conversations to foster a healthy work environment. The discussion also touches on the fear of failure in startups and the dynamics of conflict resolution among executives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Leadership Consulting
03:52 Defining Leadership and Its Impact
06:46 The Role of a Leader vs. a Boss
09:56 Navigating Fear of Failure in Startups
12:47 Conflict Resolution in Leadership
15:55 Challenges in Leadership Dynamics
18:44 The Importance of Focus in Leadership
22:56 Strategic Planning and Team Alignment
24:32 Adopting AI: Challenges and Opportunities
26:08 Managing Stress in the Age of AI
28:47 The Human Element in AI Adoption
31:36 Leadership and Continuous Growth
38:11 The Correlation Between Leadership and Company Success
Want to Connect with Dana?
Website: https://www.optimizecorps.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danatcampbell/
Want to Connect with Super SaaS Bros?
Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Jayde LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayde-silva/
Cory IG: @coresilva
Cory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecorysilva/
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In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, hosts Cory and Jayde discuss Jayde's recent travel experiences, networking with fitness influencers, and the challenges of working on the road.
They delve into pricing strategies for their business, emphasizing the importance of value over competition. The conversation also touches on the future of their content creation efforts, including the launch of a newsletter to keep their audience informed and engaged.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome Back and Travel Tales
08:20 Networking at AlphaLand
14:29 Pricing Strategies and Business Models
20:10 The Future of Content Creation and Newsletters
Connect with us!
Website: https://www.sixthsummit.io/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sixth-summit-development-inc
Jayde YT: @jaydedevyn
Cory Linkedin: @thecorysilva
Cory IG: @coresilva
In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, Cory Silva interviews Justin Lund, a seasoned entrepreneur who shares his unique journey from marketing and software to coaching and consulting.
Justin discusses the defining moments that led him to entrepreneurship, the challenges he faced in his early ventures, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, the common pitfalls technical founders encounter, and the significance of hiring the right people.
The conversation also explores the impact of AI in coaching and consulting, highlighting how it can streamline processes and enhance productivity. Justin shares his future goals for his coaching business and the importance of creating valuable content.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Personal Journey
05:40 First Business Ventures and Lessons Learned
10:20 Growth and Challenges in Business
15:03 Common Pitfalls for Technical Founders
19:54 The Importance of Delegation and Leadership
22:53 Understanding the Importance of Numbers
24:02 Learning from Mistakes in Hiring
28:29 The Role of Mentorship in Personal Growth
31:21 AI's Impact on Coaching and Consulting
36:28 Future Goals in Coaching and Content Creation
39:45 Final Thoughts on Life and Business
Want to Connect with Justin?
Instagram: @itsjustinlund
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-lund-propel/
Website: https://propelyour.com/
In this episode, Jayde and Cory discuss the recent release of GPT-5, exploring its features, improvements, and the controversies surrounding it. They also delve into the importance of networking events, building authentic relationships, and share personal updates, including Jayde's new YouTube channel and reflections on their business strategies and the need for pivoting.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to GPT-5
03:54 Features and Improvements of GPT-5
07:00 User Experience and Feedback on GPT-5
10:00 Networking Events: A New Approach
13:08 Building Meaningful Relationships
15:58 Content Creation and Personal Growth
18:52 Reflections on Business Strategies
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In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, hosts Cory and Jayde welcome Brayden Gingrich, co-founder of Dealer Surge AI, to discuss the intersection of AI and the automotive industry.
Brayden shares his journey from a marketing agency to creating a SaaS solution that addresses the significant issue of missed calls in car dealerships. The conversation delves into the challenges of AI adoption, the importance of data security, and the success stories from clients using their platform.
Brayden emphasizes the need for tailored AI solutions and the evolving landscape of the automotive industry, while also sharing valuable life insights about entrepreneurship and taking risks.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Brayden Gingrich
02:25 The Birth of Dealer Surge AI
04:35 AI Adoption in the Automotive Industry
07:48 Security Concerns with AI Voice Agents
09:36 Client Success Stories and Feedback
11:05 Evolving the Business with Data
13:07 The Importance of White Glove Service
16:18 Addressing Edge Cases in AI
17:18 Voice Agents and Accents
18:35 The Risks of API Dependency
19:25 AI Disruption in the Automotive Industry
21:07 Customer Data Platforms in Automotive
23:37 The Future of AI in Dealerships
24:58 Missed Calls and Lead Flow
27:40 Implementing AI Solutions for Dealerships
29:46 The Role of AI in Customer Relationships
30:50 Final Insights and Life Lessons
Want to connect with Dealer Surge AI and Brayden?
Dealer Surge: https://dealersurge.ai/
Instagram: @dealersurgeai
Brayden Gingrich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayden-gingrich-a08b46131/
In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, Jayde & Cory are stoked to bring on the everything man: Cooper Simson - Ironman, Jewellery man, and Venture man.
Cooper shares his journey as a portfolio manager at Martell Ventures, discussing the evaluation of AI startups, the importance of founder traits, and the challenges of market adoption. He emphasizes the need for clear problem-solving and user experience in product development, while also exploring blue ocean strategies in the AI landscape.
Cooper concludes with insights on the importance of saying yes to opportunities and validating ideas before pursuing them.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cooper Simpson
03:14 Transitioning to Martell Ventures
06:11 Evaluating AI Startups: Criteria and Red Flags
09:04 The Importance of Founders in Startup Success
12:01 Incubation vs. Partnership: Martell Ventures' Approach
15:12 Navigating Industry Risks and Dependencies
17:56 Market Validation and Product Development Strategies
20:58 The Future of AI Startups and Market Competition
25:50 Navigating AI Disruption in Business
29:57 Overcoming Adoption Challenges in Accounting
34:06 Building Trust and Transparency in AI Solutions
37:58 Emerging Blue Ocean Strategies in Business
42:58 Key Traits of Successful Startups
46:02 The Power of Saying Yes to Opportunities
Want to connect with Cooper Simson?
Instagram: @coop_doggydog
Email: cooper@danmartell.com
Website: https://www.danmartell.com/ventures/
In this episode of Super SaaS Bro's, Jayde and Cory share Sixth Summit's newest legal tech product, Clerify. They dive into it's use case for law firms and some of the feedback they have received so far. They also discuss some of the challenges of selling and adopting tech in the legal space.
They also chat about the latest news in AI & tech: Windsurf updates, Lovable hitting unicorn status, Grok AI Companions, Grok AI inside new Tesla's, Open AI updates, and AI Infrastructure investments.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro & Weekly Updates
2:51 - Diving into Legal Tech and Clerify AI
5:50 - Challenges in the Legal Space
11:22 - What's new in AI & Tech
17:55 - Elon Musk Land
24:14 - AI Infrastructure
Connect with us at https://www.sixthsummit.io/
In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, Cory and Jayde discuss the latest trends in AI, including Nvidia's market dominance, the potential TikTok ban, and innovations in AI technology such as Mid Journey's video generation. They also explore the implications of AI in healthcare, particularly the development of an AI-designed cancer drug entering human trials. The conversation wraps up with updates on their legal tech initiatives and the excitement surrounding their new projects.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Guests
00:37 AI News Highlights
03:14 TikTok's Future and Data Concerns
07:04 AI Innovations: Mid Journey and Video Generation
10:36 Apple's Struggles in AI Development
13:27 AI in Healthcare: Breakthroughs and Challenges
17:16 The Prisoner's Dilemma and AI Decision-Making
20:58 Legal Tech Developments and Team Updates
Connect with was at https://www.sixthsummit.io/
In this episode, Dolapo shares her entrepreneurial journey, starting from her teenage years and evolving into her current focus on helping early-stage founders with B2B sales systems.
The conversation delves into common misconceptions in tech sales, the importance of multi-channel strategies, and the growing role of AI in sales processes. Dolapo emphasizes the need for trust in sales conversations and the balance between AI and human interaction.
She also reflects on her lessons learned in entrepreneurship and her aspirations for building a supportive community for sales professionals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurship Journey
02:37 Foundational Pillars of Sales Coaching
05:27 Misconceptions in Tech Sales
08:11 The Role of Multi-Channel Strategies
11:10 Content as a Sales Tool
13:58 Navigating Sales in the Digital Age
16:42 AI's Impact on Sales Processes
23:35 The Rise of AI in Sales and Marketing
26:03 Impact of AI on Sales Roles
27:16 Balancing AI and Human Interaction in Sales
30:48 Entrepreneurial Lessons: Impact vs. Sustainability
34:32 Future Aspirations for Sales Training and Community
37:21 Innovative Tools for Sales and Interview Preparation
40:01 Final Thoughts: Do It Afraid
Follow Dolapo on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dolapo-fadare/
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In this episode, Jayde and Cory celebrate Cory's birthday and dive into the latest trends in AI and SaaS. They discuss innovative applications like Cluely, which helps users by providing contextual assistance, and Scribe, which summarizes workflows.
The conversation shifts to the ethical implications of AI usage, particularly in education and testing. They explore future disruptions in the AI landscape, envisioning what technologies might emerge in the next few years, including advancements in the legal field.
The episode also touches on personal data management and the importance of aggregating information for better decision-making. Insights from recent tech events in Toronto highlight the ongoing developments in AI, particularly in healthcare. Finally, they share updates on their growing team and future aspirations for their projects.
Chapters
00:00 Celebrating Milestones and AI Innovations
06:01 Exploring Future Disruptions in AI and SaaS
10:48 The Future of Legal Tech and AI
17:06 Insights from Toronto Tech Week
22:39 Updates on Sixth Summit's Journey
In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, Jayde and Cory discuss the recent acquisition of Base 44 by Wix for $80 million, highlighting the rapid growth and success of startups in the AI space.
They explore the emerging trend of live commerce, particularly in Asian markets, and the use of AI avatars to enhance sales. The conversation shifts to self-adapting language models developed by MIT, which could lead to super intelligence. They also touch on OpenAI's new government contract and the ethical implications of AI in biological warfare.
The episode concludes with updates on their own business ventures, including AI integration in the pizza industry and the importance of refining their product for demos.
Chapters
00:00 AI Digest: Base 44's Remarkable Acquisition
03:17 The Rise of Live Commerce and AI Avatars
06:43 Self-Adapting Language Models: A Leap Towards Super Intelligence
09:05 OpenAI's Government Contract and the Risks of AI in Warfare
11:04 Weekly Updates: Progress and Challenges in AI Development
25:37 Looking Ahead: Toronto Tech Week and Future Opportunities
Connect with us at sixthsummit.io
In this engaging conversation, Jayde and Cory explore a variety of topics ranging from Jayde's new journey into guitar lessons to the implications of AI in creative industries.
They discuss ongoing legal battles involving AI-generated content, the future of advertising with AI, and even the innovative concept of AI toys. The conversation takes a light-hearted turn as they delve into their favorite pizza places, showcasing their personal preferences and experiences.
Chapters
00:00 Starting a Creative Journey: Guitar Lessons
03:07 Legal Battles in the AI Space
05:45 The Evolution of Content Creation
08:37 AI in Advertising: A New Era
11:26 Innovations in AI-Enabled Toys
14:15 Advancements in Voice AI Technology
15:52 Cold Calling Pizza Shops: A Unique Approach
20:22 Exploring AI Solutions for Small Businesses
22:50 Tech Innovations in the Pizza Industry
28:30 Pizza Preferences: A Delicious Debate
Connect with us at sixthsummit.io!
In this conversation, Cory and Jayde discuss various topics surrounding AI, including the controversies of data scraping by companies like Reddit and the New York Times, the future of advertising in AI chat models, and the optimization of SEO for chat models. They also touch on business updates related to AI tools, the legal implications of AI actions, and explore open source projects like Hugging Face.
Chapters
01:06 Reddit's Lawsuit Against AI Companies
03:47 The Future of AI and Advertising
08:15 SEO and Chat Models
10:45 OpenAI's Business Updates
14:30 Emerging AI Tools and Market Dynamics
18:11 Exploring Hugging Face and Open Source AI
In this engaging tech podcast, hosts Jayde and Cory discuss the latest advancements in AI technology. They delve into the implications of AI models, risk testing, and the potential for AI to threaten users. The conversation also covers the concept of personal data lakes, the validation of AI research, and the latest features released by OpenAI. The hosts express excitement about testing different AI models and their applications in real-world scenarios.
Chapters:
00:00 From Rollerblading to Tech Talk
03:00 AI Models and Risk Testing
05:44 Personal Data Lakes and Health Metrics
11:11 AI in Research and Peer Review
14:00 OpenAI's New Features and Tools
19:14 Comparing AI Models and Their Applications