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Guy Raz interviews the world’s best-known entrepreneurs to learn how they built their iconic brands. In each episode, founders reveal deep, intimate moments of doubt and failure, and share insights on their eventual success. How I Built This is a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds.

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Today’s callers: Jess from Washington seeks counsel on structuring a collaboration between her sympathy cards company and a pet products brand. Then, Caroline from Colorado wonders if she should build an in-house production team or outsource manufact... more

Most entrepreneurs think the hardest part of building a company is the product.

For Jim McKelvey — co-founder of Square — the hardest part was the system around the product.

Because Square wasn’t just competing with other startups …

It was competi... more

Today’s callers: Yadi from New York thinks through an expansion strategy for her college campus-based empanada business. Then, Zachary from New York looks for ways to break into big retailers with his fresh-made frozen pies. And Josh from Indiana won... more

Before Spinbrush became the top selling toothbrush in the U.S—and before Procter & Gamble paid $475M for it—John Osher was a teenager selling earrings for $4.99.

In this episode, John walks through the strange, scrappy, but disciplined path that le... more

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Recent Guests

Jess Walker
Founder of Five Dot Post, a greeting card brand specializing in cancer support and empathy-driven cards
Five Dot Post
Episode: Advice Line with Alexa Hirschfeld of Paperless Post
Carolyn Horesky
Founder of The Creative Garland Company, which creates decorative garlands known for distinctive designs
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Episode: Advice Line with Alexa Hirschfeld of Paperless Post
Sayuri Tsuchitani
Founder of Sumo Yoga, offering tatami yoga mats and promoting body positivity
Sumo Yoga
Episode: Advice Line with Alexa Hirschfeld of Paperless Post
Jim McKelvey
Co-founder of Square and former glassblower.
Square
Episode: Square: Jim McKelvey. He Lost a $2,000 Sale, Then Built a $10 Billion Company
Yadi Deriz
Co-founder of Yadi's Artisanal Empanada
Yadi's Artisanal Empanada
Episode: Advice Line with Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali of Chomps
Josh Schrenko
Co-founder and president of Achigan Brand
Achigan Brand
Episode: Advice Line with Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali of Chomps
Allison Ombres
Founder of Encelia Hair, creating comfortable wigs for women with hair loss.
Episode: Advice Line with Monica Nassif of Mrs. Meyers
Nick Harmon
Co-founder of Randimals, a plush toy brand with a unique concept.
Episode: Advice Line with Monica Nassif of Mrs. Meyers
Ben Rothenhafer
Owner of Chandelier Cleaning VA, providing cleaning services for chandeliers.
Episode: Advice Line with Monica Nassif of Mrs. Meyers

Host

Guy Raz
Guy Raz engages audiences with his dynamic interviewing style, guiding conversations that reveal deep insights and personal anecdotes of entrepreneurs and leaders. Known for his ability to draw out meaningful details, he connects with guests through thoughtful questions and relatable storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 42.5k ratings
  • Two Favorite People

    The interview with Mark Rober was a dream come true, my son’s two most favorite people, Guy Raz from WOW in the World and Mark Rober!! Amazing!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elisedaw19
    United Statesa month ago
  • Number of ads is insane

    I’ve been listening to HIBT since it started. The six minutes at the beginning of the show are absolutely diabolical. Wondery, you have entirely lost the plot.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    emendee93
    United Statesa month ago
  • Music Unnecesaary

    This would be a great podcast if he didn’t feel the need to add music intros every few minutes. It ruins the conversation. I unfortunately had to stop listening to an interview I was really interested in because it was just so distracting and interruptive. There’s literally no purpose to bringing those in throughout the conversation, just let it flow.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AbbyHeff
    United Statesa month ago
  • how I unsubscribed

    Hey, hey, Guy Raz....if you don't cut down on ALL the advertisements clogging each episode then I'm jusrt gonna have to unsubscribe from this podcast!! There is a tipping point and you just reached it buddy! Other than that, truly a delightful show for of genuinely good info.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    manayunk wall
    United States2 months ago
  • Wish there was a wider variety of small businesses on the advice line

    I’ve listened to HIBT for years and really enjoy it and find it motivating as a small business owner. The advice line is great too, but I wish they’d go back to having a wider variety of small businesses call in with their questions like they did when the advice line first started. It seems like they only have already pretty successful small businesses on who ask whether they should get outside funding at least half the time. I think it’s more interesting and more helpful to hear questions from ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    llivingzton
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guy Raz is praised for his engaging interview style, making complex business journeys relatable and inspiring.
A significant portion of the audience feels the show is motivational and offers valuable takeaways for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Some feedback concerns the frequency of ads and the desire for more focus on software-related content rather than primarily consumer goods.
Listeners appreciate the insightful stories and practical advice shared by entrepreneurs, often noting the high quality of the guest selection.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#36
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Apple Podcasts
#44
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Apple Podcasts
#23
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#29
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#28
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#36
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Advice Line with Alexa Hirschfeld of Paperless Post
Q: How can I educate a nationwide audience about Sumo Yoga while promoting body positivity?
Define Sumo Yoga in clear terms and consistently communicate its benefits to pique interest, while highlighting the unique features of the tatami mats.
Advice Line with Alexa Hirschfeld of Paperless Post
Q: How should I evaluate the decision between building an in-house production team versus outsourcing manufacturing while protecting product quality?
Evaluate what parts of the process are repeatable and can be systematized, while keeping the artisanal and creative aspects close to you.
Advice Line with Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali of Chomps
Q: Josh, when should you jump into your business full-time?
Josh is looking to make his fishing apparel brand his full-time focus and is exploring when the right time to leap is.
Advice Line with Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali of Chomps
Q: Zachary, what strategies can you use to break into larger retailers?
Zachary is seeking new tools and strategies after unsuccessful attempts to join retailer programs.
Advice Line with Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali of Chomps
Q: Yadi, what do you think about opening a second location?
Yadi is contemplating expanding her successful empanada business to a second brick-and-mortar location due to strong sales at her current site.

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Insightful interviews with renowned entrepreneurs uncover the stories behind some of the world's most iconic brands and businesses. Each episode features founders sharing their journeys, filled with moments of challenge, innovation, and personal growth. The discussions often highlight key themes such as entrepreneurship, leadership, brand development, and overcoming adversity, making it a rich resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and established business leaders alike. Additionally, the format involves listener call-in segments, allowing for practical advice on business challenges, enhancing the relatability and appeal to those looking to navigate their own entrepreneurial paths.

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2. Carolyn Horesky
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5. Yadi Deriz
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7. Allison Ombres
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