Is This About Business?
Welcome to - Is This About Business?
Join Mike and Frankie Leyva-Doherty as they dive into the wild, unpredictable world of entrepreneurship—where business advice meets real talk, and nothing is off-limits. As the husband-and-husband duo behind Wholistic Agency and a growing portfolio of ventures, Mike and Frankie bring honest, unfiltered conversations about what it really takes to build multiple businesses while keeping your sanity intact.
Each episode blends practical business insights with the chaos of real entrepreneurship—think strategy sessions interrupted by life, marketing tips mixed with personal stories, and the kind of transparency most business podcasts won't touch.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a side-hustler, or just curious about what happens when ambition meets reality, this podcast is your front-row seat to the messy, beautiful journey of building something from scratch.
Expect laughs, lessons, and the occasional "wait, is this actually about business?" moment. Because the best business conversations happen when you stop pretending everything's perfect.
New episodes drop weekly. Let's talk business—or whatever this is.
Is This About Business?
EV Market Innovation with Niccolo Ferrari
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Despite the challenges of selling used electric vehicles, Niccolo Ferrari reveals how his startup Voltest is transforming the industry. In just three years, they built a lightning-fast battery assessment device that helps dealers and repair shops avoid costly battery failures—and boosts their margins by over $1,000 per car. If you're in automotive sales, EV adoption, or tech innovation, this episode shows you why accurate battery testing isn’t just a luxury—it's a necessity for thriving in a changing industry.
Discover how Voltest's quick 2-minute battery test outperforms traditional methods that take hours—saving time, reducing risks, and educating customers about the nuances of used EVs. We break down the real-world challenges dealerships face with EV uncertainties, from temperature impacts to battery degradation, and how Voltest's software and hardware solutions empower them to price smarter, sell faster, and serve more confidently. Niccolo shares his journey from Ferrari to Silicon Valley, navigating international markets, and building a globally scalable company as an immigrant founder with a passion for innovation.
You'll learn about the shifting landscape of EV sales driven by government incentives, the explosion of used EVs hitting the market, and why understanding battery health is the future of automotive resale. Whether you're an industry insider or curious about the electric revolution, this episode offers actionable insights on leveraging technology and strategic positioning to stay ahead.
Perfect for automotive entrepreneurs, sustainability advocates, tech enthusiasts, and anyone eager to understand the next wave of mobility. Get inspired by Niccolo's story of resilience, technical mastery, and global vision—and see why zero churn and customer obsession are the ultimate growth drivers. Hit play and be part of the EV revolution that’s just getting started.
Visit voltest at www.getvoltest.com to learn more!
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