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But First, Principles!

Colin Davis
Entrepreneurship
Flight Frame
Growth Marketing
Decision Making
Studiobdc
Spry PR
Technology
Public Relations
KEI Architects
Architecture
Branding
Product Market Fit
Lift Business Resources
Bridget Beari Colors
Richmond, Virginia
Colin Davis
Stephanie Pryor
Small Business
Richmond
Hampton University

Welcome to the But First, Principles! Podcast hosted by Colin Davis! But First, Principles with Colin Davis is a podcast for leaders, entrepreneurs, and curious minds who want to dig deeper into how things really work. Each episode explores a timeless principle or mental model that drives exceptional decision-making, leadership clarity, and strategic thinking. With guests from business, tech, acad... more

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Today’s Guest: Carly Buxton of Parentswarm

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Carly Buxton
Founder of Parentswarm; adjunct professor at University of Richmond; author-to-be
Parentswarm; University of Richmond
Episode: SE02E27 The Art of Piloting New Ideas | Carly Buxton
Stephanie Pryor
Founder of Spry PR, PR and communications expert
Spry PR
Episode: SE02E26 "Business Is Personal." Here's Why It Matters | Stephanie Pryor
Jaclyn Forrester
Founder of Niche Pilates Studio in Richmond
Niche Pilates Studio
Episode: SE02E25 From 300 Sq Ft to a Thriving Business | Jaclyn Forrester
Ben Butterworth
CEO of Flight Frame
Flight Frame
Episode: SE02E24 Entrepreneurship Lessons on Execution and Leadership | Benjamin Butterworth
Susan Jamieson
Founder, Bridget Beari Designs
Bridget Beari Designs
Episode: SE02E23 Everyone Says Focus, She Did the Opposite | Susan M. Jamieson
Katie Santoro
Founder and CEO of Lift Business Resources
Lift Business Resources
Episode: SE02E22 Finding Good Help Isn't Really That Hard | Katie Santoro
Brian McClure
Founder/CEO of StudioBDC
StudioBDC
Episode: SE02E21 How Do You Tell Your Story? | Brian McClure
Ben Scandlen
Co-founder of Mosaic Growth Solutions
Mosaic Growth Solutions
Episode: SE02E20 Marketing Using First Principles | Ben Scandlen
Marcus Thomas
President of KEI Architects, former managing principal, architect
KEI Architects
Episode: SE02E19 Consistency: The Key to Entrepreneurial Success | With Marcus R Thomas

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Colin Davis
Host of But First Principles with a focus on timeless principles, decision-making, and leadership clarity.

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SE02E22 Finding Good Help Isn't Really That Hard | Katie Santoro
Q: Why use humans over AI for executive support?
AI is a helpful tool but cannot replace human discernment, tone, and context in email handling and client interactions; humans speed up and augment processes but AI alone isn't sufficient.
SE02E22 Finding Good Help Isn't Really That Hard | Katie Santoro
Q: What are your boundaries and procedures, and why are they important?
Boundaries define how many hours are worked, when people are available, and how clients engage with the team; procedures reduce mental load, standardize steps, and allow creative thinking to flourish without reinventing the wheel.
SE02E22 Finding Good Help Isn't Really That Hard | Katie Santoro
Q: What brought you to Lift Business Resources?
burnout in corporate America and a search for a flexible, people-centered way to work led Katie to start freelancing, then a yoga studio, and eventually the VA agency that evolved into Lift Business Resources.
SE02E27 The Art of Piloting New Ideas | Carly Buxton
Q: what's a piece of wisdom you'd like to share with other entrepreneurs?
Buxton emphasizes piloting ideas through small experiments, testing market interest with a splash page and mockups rather than diving headfirst, a method she learned from Pivot by Jenny Blake.
SE02E19 Consistency: The Key to Entrepreneurial Success | With Marcus R Thomas
Q: How did you manage growth and what frameworks helped you delegate effectively?
Early on we defined deliverables and expectations up front, used project management tools, and gradually delegated with careful oversight to trusted team members who could rise with greater responsibility.

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This show features practical, principle-driven conversations with founders, operators, and leaders who are building and scaling real-world ventures. Episodes often center on actionable frameworks for growth, leadership, branding, and entrepreneurship, blending personal narrative with replicable tactics—whether it's testing ideas through pilots, building scalable operations, or shaping a compelling brand story. Guests frequently come from startups, design, architecture, tech, and service industries, offering lessons on product-market fit, team culture, and responsible growth. A standout throughline is the emphasis on timeless mental models, deliberate decision-making, and authentic communication, making it a valuable listen for listeners who... more

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