The Louis Shulman Podcast

In this episode, Tomas Laurinavicius joins us to talk about his life as an entrepreneur, writer, lifestyle designer, and content marketer. Tomas tells us how he balanced making an online income with traveling and shares his lessons from running his business over a 5-year journey through 50 countries.Throughout the interview, we cover his personal background, the basics of content marketing, how he stayed disciplined while traveling, and discussed ideas for new online businesses. Some quick facts about Tomas:Is an avid reader, check out his suggested reading list here.Just started a new company to connect content writers with work.Has interviewed Ariana Huffington.Is published in Forbes, TIME, Fast Company, HuffPost, The Next Web, and many more.His three superpowers are self discipline, writing, and learning fast.If you would like to learn more about Tomas, check out his website here.If you would like to check out his new company, Content Writing Jobs you can do so here.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend.Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening!Special thanks to Alice McGowan for editing!  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode, Louis and Kyle discuss the key takeaways that they learned from each of the first 25 episodes of The Louis and Kyle Show.The friends, conversations, and motivation that have come from these episodes have been so fantastic and positively impactful for our lives. We are extremely excited for the next 25 episodes, and we hope you are too. If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode, James Goldman shares his path from getting a job off of craigslist to selling a company for $75 million dollars. For the past few years, James has served as the CTO of Paintzen, building an innovative platform for on-demand paint services.Through the interview we talk about art, start-ups, the pursuit of perfection, and some of the role models that shaped him, including his entrepreneurial father.If you want to learn more, check out Paintzen here, or connect with James on LinkedIn.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening!Special thanks to  Alice McGowan for editing!  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode, we walk through John Sharp's entrepreneurial journey. While building two real estate technology start-ups, John lived through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. That experience informs his unique perspective as a mentor and educator to students in the New Venture Development program at The McGuire Center for Entrepreneurship at The University of Arizona. John currently splits his time running his startup, Luceris, educating entrepreneurs at The University of Arizona, and being an angel investor through the Desert Angels in Tuscon.If you want to learn more about The McGuire Center for Entrepreneurship, you can do so here.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening!Editing Credits: Alice McGowan. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode, we talk to Chris Spags about his entrepreneurial journey. From being an employee to launching product after product, we cover his mindset and process that lead to the success of his one-person SaaS, Jetboost.io.We also discuss how to get "lucky" and the future of NoCode.In the interview, we cover where the idea for Jetboost.io came from and where he thinks it is going next. Chris is on the front lines of the next big marketplace on the Internet, Webflow's Add-On Development. As that marketplace becomes more centralized, Jetboost will be uniquely positioned to play a leading role.Some Quick Facts about Chris: Has been a software engineer for over a decade. Is a passionate NoCode proponent, having attended the first NoCode convention in 2019. Uses NoCode tools like Parabola and MakerPad in his own workflows.Check out Jetboost.io.If you would like to follow Chris and his journey, follow him on Twitter.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode we discuss what Mike learned in his 17 years as CEO of The Westervelt Company. He explains his unique methods for looking at the world and solving problems. Through decades of reflection and learning, Mike has developed effective approaches for living a meaningful life.Right now, Mike is engineering his retirement through learning, self improvement, and reflection.Throughout the episode, we walk through his experience at Westervelt. We also take a dive deep on his thought processes about mental models, decision making, and developing good habits. Some Quick Facts About Mike:Has been married for 41 yearsServed on the Birmingham Board of the Federal Reserve BankGraduated from The University of Alabama with a masters in MarketingIf you would like to look into Westervelt, you can do so here.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

Throughout the interview, we cover how he got to where he is, misconceptions about the life of YouTubers, the state of the content creation industry, and what he sees for his future. It was a really fun, casual conversation, and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we did.Some quick facts about Scrubby:He has three channels, "Scrubs", "Scrubby", and "Scrubae."He has a merchandise line called, "Sorry Karen."He published hundreds of videos before getting any traction.Was a speech and debate nerd in high school.If you want to check out Scrubby's different channels you can do so here: Scrubby, Scrubs, and Scrubae.If you want to check out his merchandise, you can do so here.You can also follow him on Instagram or Twitter.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

Howard is the general partner at Social Leverage, an angel investment firm that has invested in companies like Robinhood, Wag, Angel List and Rally Rd, and Life360. Over the last 15 years, Howard has been publishing a blog to publicize and improve his thinking about his investing. His first five posts were predictive about the trends that defined the last 10 years, so being able to ask him what's coming next was invaluable.Some Quick Facts About Howard:Managed a hedge fund for 18 years.Has published over 75 podcast episodes since March.Loves a good cigar.Has written 4 books.Has appeared on CNBC.Is very active on twitter (has made 32,000+ tweets)!If you would like to read Howard's blog, you can do so here.If you want to check out his investments through Social Leverage, you can do so here.If you would like to listen to his podcast you can do so here.If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend!Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode, Louis' AP US History teacher, Matthew Aberman, joins us to discuss COVID-19, past pandemics and recessions in recent history, stimulus packages, US-China relations, and the uncertainty surrounding the coming months. We cover a lot in the interview, and Matthew defended all major points with a relevant historical comparison. Matthew is an awesome teacher and it was really valuable for us to hear his opinions on the major events from the past few months.We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.Some things we learned with Matthew:Realistic time tables for vaccine development.Historical examples of how societies reacted to pandemics.The politicization of COVID-19 by the political parties. The differences between the recession in 2009 and 2020. If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend.Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com

In this episode, Jeremy Carter joins us to discuss founding Breakout Birmingham, creating the Bold Futures Podcast, and searching for a service business to acquire. Through the interview, we cover a wide range of topics from the power of vulnerability to how to lead people toward a common goal. We dive into Jeremy's experience founding Breakout Birmingham, an escape room he started at the early stages of the national escape room trend. Some Facts about Jeremy:Best categorized as a business improver, rather than an entrepreneur. Wants to buy a service business. Has a podcast about leadership. Has taken improv classes. Is an active CrossFitter. If you would like to learn more about Jeremy, you can do so at https://jeremydcarter.com.If you want to listen to his podcast about leadership, you can do that at bold future.If you are interested in Breakout Birmingham, check that out here. If you would like to reach out to us, the best way to do so is on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend.Last, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show.Thanks for listening!  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulman.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louisshulmanpod.substack.com