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??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Building a thriving community doesn’t always require massive spending — it’s about time, consistency, and genuine connections. T. Brαd Κielinski shares how his signature events strategy brings in 4-5 new clients per year with minimal financial investment, relying instead on strong local relationships and organic growth through LinkedIn. How are you leveraging your network to create real impact? #Networking #CommunityBuilding #BusinessGrowth #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? T. Brαd Κielinski shares how starting with internships in I.T., marketing, and sales led him to the world of tech recruiting. When a chance encounter with a recruiting agency partner connected to his family presented an opportunity, he took a leap of faith. Sometimes, finding your true path means embracing the unexpected. #TechRecruiting #CareerJourney #Leadership #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Peter Bonney reflects on a crucial lesson: the missed opportunity of exploring larger markets sooner. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with a diverse range of industry players, beyond just the initial target audience. Discover how broadening your perspective can lead to smarter product decisions and accelerated growth. What opportunities have you realized you missed in hindsight? Tell us about it! ?? #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast #peterbonney

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Peter Bonney shares how Vendorful grew to a profitable, self-sustaining company, but it wasn’t the game-changer he and his co-founder envisioned. Instead of forcing it, they saw a new opportunity. Learn how they navigated the challenging world of procurement RFPs and turned a frustrating internal problem into a whole new venture: Fastbreak RFP. Have you ever pivoted in your career or business? Share your experience in the comments! ?? #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast #peterbonney

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Len Covello shares the story of Engage People Inc.'s first customers, highlighting how they leveraged their work with a company in the loyalty space to gain credibility with big-name clients. The initial partner, recognizing Engage's value, invested in the company, leading to mergers and acquisitions that ultimately shaped the birth of Engage. #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast #lencovello

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Len Covello emphasizes the importance of 'finding a way in' when transitioning from a job to freelancing or consulting. Early on, he built his portfolio by taking on lower-cost projects, sharing tutorials, and engaging with industry communities. Success comes from taking chances, reaching out to potential clients, and proving value—because even a few cold emails can open the door to big opportunities. #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast #lencovello

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Charles Sims shares how he earned the nickname "Hurricane CTO" by stepping into high-pressure, chaotic situations—whether technical, strategic, or operational—and restoring order. From troubleshooting network failures before Clippers games to untangling complex business challenges at United Talent Agency, his ability to take charge, delegate, and stabilize has defined his leadership style. Embracing the moniker, he sees it as a testament to his knack for navigating turbulence and driving solutions. #entrepreneurship #founderstories #HurricaneCTO #thefirstcustomerpodcast

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Charles Sims shares how his first business started in elementary school when he discovered that having a business license allowed him to buy paintball gear at wholesale prices. He formed an LLC in Colorado called Gotham Paintball—though he later realized he misspelled it as "Go Them." What began as a way to save money for himself and his friends became his first step into entrepreneurship. #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Baird Hall reveals that Churnkey's initial customers were his own other businesses,?followed by a company in the social media content space with which he had connections.?Baird notes that many early customers came from his network of acquaintances and friends, but he quickly transitioned to testing cold email strategies to validate the product's appeal beyond personal connections. #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast #bairdhall

??The First Customer's Clip of the Day?? Baird Hall, co-founder of Churnkey, shares his deep-rooted entrepreneurial background, tracing back five generations, with both parents and grandparents influencing his path.?Despite this strong influence, he initially focused on traditional education and career paths, delaying his entrepreneurial journey until age 27.?Reflecting on his experience, he believes he should have embraced entrepreneurship earlier.? #entrepreneurship #founderstories #thefirstcustomerpodcast #bairdhall