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Discover innovative solutions to the unique challenges faced by founders and business owners. Connect with creative minds who use their skills to develop new ideas, drive change, and create value.
Join the founders of DNA-Business, an advisory service for entrepreneurs, as they dive into the niche challenges that business leaders encounter.
We share practical tips, insightful strategies, and valuable business hacks to help you overcome obstacles you might be facing today or anticipate in the future.
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- Small Fixes, Big Impact · 39 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 15In this episode, I sit down with Angelo to talk about something we see far too often: businesses running on Excel, outdated software, and slow manual processes that quietly limit…
- Web Apps vs Mobile Apps · 29 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 14Should I build a web app or a mobile app first? We covered: → The biggest misconceptions founders have → Real-world examples where one worked better than the other → How to…
- AI First – A New Way to Work · 14 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 13Anyone who’s curious about how AI can truly change the way we work — not just what we produce - from the perspective of a platform business expert. In this episode, Alan shares…
- How Experts Can Lead Better First Meetings with Founders · 12 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 12How Experts can show up ready for those first intro meetings with Founders. If you’re an Expert being introduced to a Founder - whether through DNA-Business or another network…
- Build the Platform Without the Platform: Start Smarter, Not Bigger · 13 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 11Don’t let the size of your idea stop you from starting small. Platforms are long games. It’s okay — in fact, it’s smart — to begin with what’s within reach. Use free tools. Talk…
- How to Cold Start Network Effects (and Why It's Tough) · 11 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 10Don’t romanticise network effects. They’re powerful, yes, but they don’t just appear out of nowhere. They’re built, slowly and intentionally. And they start with people — not…
- 5 Simple things to build (or fix) your business · 11 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 9These questions force founders to get specific about their platform or marketplace’s value, its users, and the revenue model. Without clarity on these points, your platform or…
- The Difference Between a Platform and a Platform Business Model (And Why It Matters) · 15 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 8One of the biggest mistakes is assuming that just because you have technology that connects people, you have a platform business. Many startups build a SaaS tool and later try to…
- Platforms & Marketplaces: Tackling Disintermediation · 17 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 1Disintermediation happens when users bypass the platform after an introduction. Founders need to take this seriously because disintermediation can kill a platform over time. Who…
- MVP: Launching Testing Iterating – What Comes Next? · 20 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 6This is Episode 3 in our special 3-part series on MVPs. If you’ve been following along, in Episode 1, we broke down what an MVP is and why it matters. In Episode 2, we explored…
- Building an Effective MVP – Strategy Tech Execution · 30 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 5For Episode 2, we’re shifting our focus to the strategy, technology, and execution of building an effective MVP. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please…
- The Four Media Types – Earned, Paid, Shared, and Owned. What Founders Need to Know · 21 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 1Today, we’re diving into an important topic for any founder looking to grow their brand: The Four Media Types – Earned, Paid, Shared, and Owned. What Founders Need to Know. Who…
- What Is an MVP and Why Does It Matter? · 18 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 1Today, in Episode 1, we’re going to break down exactly what an MVP is, why it matters, and clear up some common misconceptions. We’ll also discuss the role of MVPs in validating…
- Virtual Assistant vs Business Operations Support: What’s the difference? · 16 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 2Early-stage founders often start with a VA for immediate admin relief. As they scale, they need Ops Support to optimise workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and systematise growth. The…
- Mitigating Fraud Through Improved Financial Controls · 16 min. · Sæson 2 Episode 1As a business owner you are not just worrying about growth but also ensuring what you have is well accounted for. Oftentimes, if you don't build financial controls, you’ll find…
- Everyone thinks they can write. · 14 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 52Most people can physically string sentences together, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they are writers. If we can count does it mean we should all be investing money on other…
- Everyone is in Sales - Why Founders Should Embrace Sales Too · 14 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 31Diving into some of the key strategies and insights that can help founders and business owners drive sales growth. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please…
- Online Marketplace Business Ideas · 12 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 50Exploring creative online marketplace business ideas, how to turn a simple idea into a thriving platform, and practical steps to validate your concept before diving in…
- From reviews to stories: Turning Testimonials into Powerful Narratives · 14 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 49Customer storytelling is crucial for Founders because it transforms mere testimonials into powerful sales and marketing tools. These stories humanise the brand, building trust…
- Why PR is such a powerful strategy for company community outreach efforts · 23 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 48In today’s episode, we’ll explore: • What makes PR an effective tool for community engagement, • How companies can use PR to build meaningful connections with their audience…
