Raising money isn't easy! It's that simple.  In this episode, we get into why, as well as share some of our own stories about funding and tips about what you might be doing right, or wrong when it comes to getting your startup funded.

 

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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:

https://fullscale.io 

 

Raising money isn't easy! It's that simple.&nbsp; In this episode, we get into why, as well as share some of our own stories about funding and tips about what you might be doing right, or wrong when it comes to getting your startup funded.
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Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:
<a href="https://gigb.co/l/YEh5">https://gigb.co/l/YEh5</a>
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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
<a href="https://fullscale.io">https://fullscale.io</a>&nbsp;
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Startup Hustle is a podcast for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs.  With the mission of telling the real story of startups and entrepreneurs, topics range from funding to failure and beyond.  If you want to start, own, or build a business then you're in the right place.   

Startup Hustle is a podcast for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs.&nbsp; With the mission of telling the real story of startups and entrepreneurs, topics range from funding to failure and beyond.&nbsp; If you want to start, own, or build a business then you're in the right place.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Startups, Entrepreneurship and Business are Not Easy

Startup Hustle

Startup Hustle is a podcast for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs.  With the mission of telling the real story of startups and entrepreneurs, topics range from funding to failure and beyond.  If you want to start, own, or build a business then you're in the right place.

Getting Funded Sucks!

Are robots about to take over your lawyer's job?

Not quite, but Artificial Intelligence is poised to revolutionize the legal industry. In this episode, Matt Watson ventures into the world of immigration law with Josh Waddell, co-founder of VisaLaw.ai.

Josh isn't just another lawyer; he's a legal tech pioneer who saw the limitations of traditional practice and decided to disrupt it from within. We'll hear how his law firm embraced AI to automate tedious tasks, leaving lawyers free to focus on complex cases and high-touch clients.

But innovation doesn't come easy. Josh shares the challenges of building trust in a skeptical legal market and the surprising pivot that led to the creation of VisaLaw.ai, a powerful AI tool for immigration lawyers.

Is this the future of legal practice? Tune in to find out if AI is a friend or foe and how even the most traditional professions can leverage technology to stay ahead of the curve.



Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:

https://gigb.co/l/YEh5



This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:

https://fullscale.io



Visit the Visalaw.ai website: 

https://www.visalaw.ai



Learn more about Josh Waddell:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jnwaddell



Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:

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Highlighted Discussion Points
Using generative AI in the legal landscape with a focus on a law firm's innovative approach. 0:52
Immigration law and AI-powered legal tools for automating complex document drafting. 4:09
Using AI to automate legal document drafting and research. 8:13
Creating an AI-powered legal research tool for immigration lawyers. 12:53
Developing and selling AI-powered legal tools. 17:51
Startup success factors, including industry expertise and following. 22:35
Potential disruption of the legal industry by tech companies. 26:20
AI-powered legal research tool for immigration lawyers. 31:00
Using generative AI in the legal field, potential benefits and limitations. 36:55

Are robots about to take over your lawyer's job?
Not quite, but Artificial Intelligence is poised to revolutionize the legal industry. In this episode, Matt Watson ventures into the world of immigration law with Josh Waddell, co-founder of VisaLaw.ai.
Josh isn't just another lawyer; he's a legal tech pioneer who saw the limitations of traditional practice and decided to disrupt it from within. We'll hear how his law firm embraced AI to automate tedious tasks, leaving lawyers free to focus on complex cases and high-touch clients.
But innovation doesn't come easy. Josh shares the challenges of building trust in a skeptical legal market and the surprising pivot that led to the creation of VisaLaw.ai, a powerful AI tool for immigration lawyers.
Is this the future of legal practice? Tune in to find out if AI is a friend or foe and how even the most traditional professions can leverage technology to stay ahead of the curve.
 
Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:
<a href="https://gigb.co/l/YEh5">https://gigb.co/l/YEh5</a>
 
This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
<a href="https://fullscale.io/">https://fullscale.io</a>
 
Visit the Visalaw.ai website: 
<a href="https://www.visalaw.ai/">https://www.visalaw.ai</a>
 
Learn more about Josh Waddell:
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jnwaddell/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jnwaddell</a>
 
Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:
<a href="https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/">https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz</a>
 
Highlighted Discussion Points
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Using generative AI in the legal landscape with a focus on a law firm's innovative approach. 0:52</li>
<li aria-level="1">Immigration law and AI-powered legal tools for automating complex document drafting. 4:09</li>
<li aria-level="1">Using AI to automate legal document drafting and research. 8:13</li>
<li aria-level="1">Creating an AI-powered legal research tool for immigration lawyers. 12:53</li>
<li aria-level="1">Developing and selling AI-powered legal tools. 17:51</li>
<li aria-level="1">Startup success factors, including industry expertise and following. 22:35</li>
<li aria-level="1">Potential disruption of the legal industry by tech companies. 26:20</li>
<li aria-level="1">AI-powered legal research tool for immigration lawyers. 31:00</li>
<li aria-level="1">Using generative AI in the legal field, potential benefits and limitations. 36:55</li>
</ul>

Generative AI & Legal Tech

Ever heard the term "CTO" and wondered what it actually means? In the wild world of startups, the role can be a bit of a mystery. 

In this episode, we're joined by Adelina Chalmers, also known as the "Geek Whisperer." Buckle up as we dissect the ever-evolving role of a startup CTO. We'll crack open the code on how CTOs can translate techie jargon into investor gold, and explore the crucial (but often overlooked) skill of self-awareness for these tech titans.

This episode is packed with insights to help you:
Understand the evolving role of a startup CTO
Identify your ideal CTO strengths and weaknesses
Align technology with your business goals for success
Overcome common CTO challenges and avoid burnout

Don't miss this essential guide for anyone navigating the exciting, and often messy, world of CTO roles!





Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:

https://gigb.co/l/YEh5



This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:

https://fullscale.io/



Visit the Geek Whisperer’s Associates website: 

https://www.geekwhisperer.co.uk/



Learn more about Adelina Chalmers:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adelinachalmers/



Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:

https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/



Highlighted Discussion Points
CTO roles in startups, evolution, and responsibilities. 0:33
CTO roles and responsibilities in startups, with a focus on self-awareness and understanding one's strengths and weakness. 6:03
Different types of CTO roles, including technical visionary, business strategist, and more. 14:33
CTO roles, sales, and marketing in tech companies. 20:28
Importance of understanding customer needs for software development and business success. 25:02
CTO roles, challenges, and strategies for success. 30:39

Ever heard the term "CTO" and wondered what it actually means? In the wild world of startups, the role can be a bit of a mystery. 
In this episode, we're joined by Adelina Chalmers, also known as the "Geek Whisperer." Buckle up as we dissect the ever-evolving role of a startup CTO. We'll crack open the code on how CTOs can translate techie jargon into investor gold, and explore the crucial (but often overlooked) skill of self-awareness for these tech titans.
This episode is packed with insights to help you:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Understand the evolving role of a startup CTO</li>
<li aria-level="1">Identify your ideal CTO strengths and weaknesses</li>
<li aria-level="1">Align technology with your business goals for success</li>
<li aria-level="1">Overcome common CTO challenges and avoid burnout</li>
</ul>
Don't miss this essential guide for anyone navigating the exciting, and often messy, world of CTO roles!
 
 
Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:
<a href="https://gigb.co/l/YEh5">https://gigb.co/l/YEh5</a>
 
This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
<a href="https://fullscale.io/">https://fullscale.io/</a>
 
Visit the Geek Whisperer’s Associates website: 
<a href="https://www.geekwhisperer.co.uk/">https://www.geekwhisperer.co.uk/</a> 
 
Learn more about Adelina Chalmers:
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adelinachalmers/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/adelinachalmers/</a> 
 
Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:
<a href="https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/">https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/</a> 
 
Highlighted Discussion Points
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">CTO roles in startups, evolution, and responsibilities. 0:33</li>
<li aria-level="1">CTO roles and responsibilities in startups, with a focus on self-awareness and understanding one's strengths and weakness. 6:03</li>
<li aria-level="1">Different types of CTO roles, including technical visionary, business strategist, and more. 14:33</li>
<li aria-level="1">CTO roles, sales, and marketing in tech companies. 20:28</li>
<li aria-level="1">Importance of understanding customer needs for software development and business success. 25:02</li>
<li aria-level="1">CTO roles, challenges, and strategies for success. 30:39</li>
</ul>

The 7 Types of a CTO

Ever gotten hit with a chargeback? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into the world of e-commerce fraud with Qi Cao, the co-founder and CEO of Chargeblast, a company helping merchants fight back against unfair chargebacks.



Qi Cao went from scientist to entrepreneur after experiencing the pain of chargebacks firsthand. Now, he's helping businesses win back revenue and avoid costly disputes. But Chargeblast's journey wasn't always smooth sailing. We'll hear how Qi Cao pivoted from B2C to B2B, bootstrapped his company, and leveraged data to achieve explosive growth.



We'll also discuss:


Chargebacks in e-commerce: Why merchants lose most disputes, and how to fight back.
Bootstrapping and growth strategies: How Chargeblast achieved success without venture capital.
Cost-saving hacks for startups: Cutting costs with AI tools and data-driven decisions.
The future of AI in FinTech: Separating hype from reality.



So buckle up, entrepreneurs! This episode offers insights to help you win the chargeback battle and grow your business.





Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:

https://gigb.co/l/YEh5



This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:

https://fullscale.io/



Visit the Chargeblast website: 

https://www.chargeblast.com/



Learn more about Qi Cao:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/xiuqi-cao/



Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:

https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/



Highlighted Discussion Points
Chargeblast is a startup that helps merchants maintain low chargeback rates by alerting them before payment processors. 0:31
Chargebacks in e-commerce, with insights on industries affected and strategies for resolving disputes. 8:47
Bootstrapping, unit economics, and growth strategies for startups. 13:06
Advertising strategies for early-stage companies, focusing on targeting and margin growth. 18:45
Cost-saving strategies for businesses, including using AI tools and tracking ROI. 23:48
AI in finance, Chargeblast's product, and entrepreneurship advice. 30:21

Ever gotten hit with a chargeback? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into the world of e-commerce fraud with Qi Cao, the co-founder and CEO of Chargeblast, a company helping merchants fight back against unfair chargebacks.
 
Qi Cao went from scientist to entrepreneur after experiencing the pain of chargebacks firsthand. Now, he's helping businesses win back revenue and avoid costly disputes. But Chargeblast's journey wasn't always smooth sailing. We'll hear how Qi Cao pivoted from B2C to B2B, bootstrapped his company, and leveraged data to achieve explosive growth.
 
We'll also discuss:
 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Chargebacks in e-commerce: Why merchants lose most disputes, and how to fight back.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Bootstrapping and growth strategies: How Chargeblast achieved success without venture capital.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Cost-saving hacks for startups: Cutting costs with AI tools and data-driven decisions.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The future of AI in FinTech: Separating hype from reality.</li>
</ul>
 
So buckle up, entrepreneurs! This episode offers insights to help you win the chargeback battle and grow your business.
 
 
Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:
<a href="https://gigb.co/l/YEh5">https://gigb.co/l/YEh5</a>
 
This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
<a href="https://fullscale.io/">https://fullscale.io/</a>
 
Visit the Chargeblast website: 
<a href="https://www.chargeblast.com/">https://www.chargeblast.com/</a> 
 
Learn more about Qi Cao:
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/xiuqi-cao/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/xiuqi-cao/</a> 
 
Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:
<a href="https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/">https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/</a> 
 
Highlighted Discussion Points
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Chargeblast is a startup that helps merchants maintain low chargeback rates by alerting them before payment processors. 0:31</li>
<li aria-level="1">Chargebacks in e-commerce, with insights on industries affected and strategies for resolving disputes. 8:47</li>
<li aria-level="1">Bootstrapping, unit economics, and growth strategies for startups. 13:06</li>
<li aria-level="1">Advertising strategies for early-stage companies, focusing on targeting and margin growth. 18:45</li>
<li aria-level="1">Cost-saving strategies for businesses, including using AI tools and tracking ROI. 23:48</li>
<li aria-level="1">AI in finance, Chargeblast's product, and entrepreneurship advice. 30:21</li>
</ul>

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