Start It or Scrap It
Start It or Scrap It is the ultimate brainstorming session you didn’t know you needed! Join Mike Terkanian, a seasoned business attorney with a knack for spotting potential pitfalls, and Mr. Gummi, a dynamic marketing expert with a flair for turning dreams into reality, as they dive into the wild world of Reddit. Each week, they uncover unique ideas, dissect ambitious plans, and give honest, actionable advice. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your business pitch, pivot a passion project, or find the courage to scrap what’s not working, this duo has you covered.
Laugh, learn, and get inspired—because every great idea deserves a moment in the spotlight (or a reality check).
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Start It or Scrap It
What Really Makes You an Entrepreneur? | Ep. 22 | Start It or Scrap It Podcast
What makes someone an actual entrepreneur? In this episode, we go deep—from your first lemonade stand to the big global AI race. We also dissect product launches, investment trends, MVP timelines, and the psychology of management.
🎧 Topics Covered:
00:00 – Intro
01:05 – China’s DeepSeek AI vs the West
05:47 – Market panic and tech investor overreaction
12:47 – Product soft launches & newsletter boosts
19:13 – How tiny actions create massive impact
27:11 – Gamification of fitness: Turning workouts into RPGs
45:07 – MVP in 90 days with $10K: realistic or not?
52:30 – Discovering new music through social platforms
1:05:08 – Are your employees your friends?
1:21:10 – Life lessons from first jobs to building empires
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