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Business Growth Spotlight
Welcome to Business Growth Spotlight, the podcast where we shine a light on innovative business leaders, cutting-edge strategies, and the latest trends shaping the world of business growth. Whether you're a corporate leader, entrepreneur, or online educator, this podcast delivers actionable insights and expert conversations to help you scale your business, increase revenue, and stay ahead in a competitive market.
Join host Heidi Schalk as we dive deep into the stories and strategies of industry leaders, uncovering the tools and tactics they use to drive success. From navigating corporate challenges to mastering online visibility, this podcast is your go-to resource for scaling your business and reaching your goals.
Tune in weekly for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in today’s ever-evolving business landscape.
Business Growth Spotlight
Ep. 56 Fueling Innovation: How AI and Community Shape Startups with Nick Honegger
Show Notes:
In this episode, Heidi Schalk sits down with Nick Honegger to explore the challenges early-stage startups face and how Geekdom plays a vital role in offering support and fostering community. Nick highlights the value of collaboration, mentorship, and being receptive to feedback as essential components of startup success. They delve into navigating funding, the impact of technology, especially AI, on the startup ecosystem, and key elements that contribute to long-term growth.
Nick also shares his thoughts on the importance of personalizing content in an AI-driven world, the marketing and growth hurdles startups encounter, and how storytelling helps build a strong brand. He underscores the need for creative marketing, developing a personal brand, and forging genuine connections with the community. Nick offers valuable insights into the future of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of risk-taking and learning from failure.
BIO:
Nick Honegger is an accomplished serial entrepreneur with a passion for driving positive change. As Sr. Director of Revenue at Geekdom, he is dedicated to fostering San Antonio’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, ensuring the city has the resources and support needed for businesses to thrive. He is also focused on growing a groundbreaking non-profit, Content on Call, that amplifies the voices of charities in need of experienced marketing professionals.
With a background as an executive in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Nick has built purpose-driven brands that transform industries. From launching companies, managing mergers, and navigating successful exits, he has built a career within the startup space.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Nick actively serves on the advisory board of VentureLab, a non-profit organization dedicated to entrepreneurial education, where he played a key role in its establishment in 2013. His passion lies in ensuring San Antonio has strong outlets for growth, for both the non-profit and for-profit sectors.
To connect with our guest, click on the links below:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-honegger/
Website: https://geekdom.com/
Connect with me:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/