
The real-world highs and lows of building a business—from early ideas scribbled on napkins to multimillion-dollar raises and the pivotal moments in between. Hosted by serial founders Natalie Holloway (Bala) and Lana Elie (Floom). We explore the unfiltered truths most founders are too polished (or too cautious) to say out loud. No hype, no jargon—just honest conversations about what actually works,... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

Founder Cyndi Ramirez breaks down how she turned Chillhouse from a small New York “third space” into a fast-growing nail brand now carried at Target and Walmart. She shares the early PR and partnership strategy, why franchising didn’t fit, and how pr... more
Nat & Lana compare battle scars from growing to eight and nine figure revenue, then surviving the fallout. They break down fundraising runways, hiring too fast, firing too slow, founder FOMO, short term debt, and why focus wins. You will hear practic... more
Allison Evans and Kelly Love share the origin story of Branch Basics, the non-toxic cleaning brand built on education first. From a personal health crisis and a mentor’s hard-won wisdom, to shutting down a seven-figure business to reformulate transpa... more
Natalie and Lana swap their most woo-woo wellness practices and what actually helped. We cover the exact “detox bath” they use when they feel a cold coming on, a vision-board story that led to a real Walmart buyer call, and why co-sleeping won out af... more
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Focused on the real-world experiences and challenges of entrepreneurship, this podcast offers an unfiltered look into the journey of building a business. Conversations with founders tackle everything from early concept development and market validation to fundraising and the emotional complexities of selling a business. Listeners can expect a candid, humorous, and insightful exploration of various business topics, including practical tips, personal anecdotes, and the importance of authenticity in the founder journey. Particularly noteworthy are the hosts' willingness to embrace vulnerability, making their discussions relatable and engaging, while also providing valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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