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It has been quite some time since you heard last from Michelle and Joe, BUT this time is over. They get together to wrap up their 2023 and talk about planning for 2024. Finding Life Purpose: “You know, I think we should, You know, I’m still really curious about, you know, the motivation of what people Like, what their life purpose is? You know? I I’ve been kinda questioning that myself.” — Michelle TsingIn today’s episode, your hosts Jörn “Joe” Menninger and Michelle Tsing dive into a reflective and heartfelt conversation about their experiences over the past year. From Michelle’s adventures in various countries to Joe’s entrepreneurial challenges and personal setbacks, they share their highs and lows with authenticity and vulnerability. Join us as we discuss the importance of resilience, the impact of COVID-19, the power of technology, and the value of finding joy in the simple pleasures. Along the way, we’ll touch on topics such as AI, NFTs, blockchain, self-care, and the hope for a better world. So grab your favorite hot beverage and let’s unwind as we explore the lessons learned and the aspirations for the future. Happy Holidays from all of us at Starting Y! Dealing with Loss: “And it was it was really, Really sad for me because it was my 1st time where I encounter a family member passing away.” — Michelle TsingQuestions discussedHow has Michelle’s travels and experiences with different cultures influenced her perspective on technology and its potential for improving lives?In the face of challenges and setbacks, how has Joe managed to maintain focus and stay motivated in his startup journey?What are some lessons that Joe has learned from fundraising for his startup idea? How has he adjusted his approach based on positive responses from investors?How has the ongoing impact of COVID-19 affected the hosts, and what frustrations do they express regarding their country’s response to the pandemic?What personal experiences related to COVID-19 do the hosts share, and how have these experiences highlighted the importance of education and preparedness in dealing with the virus?How have the hosts found moments of joy and positivity amidst the difficulties of the past year? What specific experiences or encounters have stood out for them?The hosts express gratitude for Uber drivers and the lessons they have learned from them. Can you share a memorable experience you’ve had with an Uber driver or a similar service?How do the hosts discuss coping mechanisms for dealing with stress, and what techniques do they personally find helpful in finding relaxation and maintaining mental well-being?The hosts reflect on their hopes and aspirations for the upcoming year. What are some of your own goals and desires for the future?How do the hosts balance their professional lives with personal experiences and relationships? What lessons have they learned about prioritizing and making time for loved ones?

Daniel Alfon is undoubtedly an expert when it comes to LinkedIn. As one of the platform's very early users, having joined back in 2004, he has gotten 18 years of experience optimizing profiles, sales strategies, and more throughout his tenure. In a recent episode of Starting Y with Joe Menninger, Alfon gave Joe some tangible tips on re-designing his profile and showing him how to use LinkedIn as a sales tool. Known as "social selling," this can be a powerful way to make sales online when done effectively and efficiently - both things we learned from the conversation between Alfon and Menninger. The episode was full of helpful advice for those looking to take more control of their sales through their LinkedIn presence!

Our guest is best-selling author Brant Cooper, he made it to the New York Times Best Seller List. He co-wrote the Lean Entrepreneur (AL https://amzn.to/3ILKgxj) and more recently Disruption Proof (AL https://amzn.to/41batfM). He does not call himself an entrepreneur, but he is one. He is also a speaker and active in the startup community of San Diego. You can learn more about him here: https://brantcooper.com/ or follow him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brantcooper/

Happy 2023 and a happy new year of the rabbit.  Today we bring you another episode on the Starting Y Podcast, where we talk about the WHY of Entrepreneurship. This new year, Michelle and Jörn are getting together to discuss their plans for the future. Both entrepreneurs are passionate about chasing their dreams and helping others do the same. The topic of their discussion: what to change, since the new year is already here. At the forefront of this conversation is how Michelle and Jörn can get more productive, healthier, and stay focused throughout the year.  Jörn started intermediate fasting from one day to another, he does not need a year to go by to promise to get better the next one. Michelle is currently experimenting with having two work days in one, meaning she plans mornings and afternoons as separate workdays with dedicated schedules and goals. Also, she treats quarters as years and squeezes as much in 3 months, as she used to into a whole year.  Jörn is having one hour each week on Mondays the “hour of the skunk” together with a friend where they hold each other accountable for doing their least favorite thing e.g. accounting, cold calls, and so on. The Host: Michelle, a radio, and podcast host based in Silicon Valley. She is a lawyer by training and has worked in and with many startups, especially fintech and blockchain. Currently, she is working for several non-profit organizations and startups. Michelle is the host of the Stanford Radio Show “Laptop Radio (Wednesdays 2–4 PM)”, which is also available as a podcast (https://linktr.ee/laptopradio). You can learn more about Michelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laptopradio/Jörn is a podcaster, startup scout, and entrepreneur based in Frankfurt, Germany. He has more than 12 years of management consulting background, with a focus on financial services and capital markets, as well as working as a startup scout. He hosts an English startup podcast, covering the German startup scene (https://linktr.ee/startupradio) You can learn more about Jörn “Joe” here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joernmenninger/ You can suggest questions here, use #startingy. Follow our hosts on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StartingY1

Today we bring you another episode on the Starting Y Podcast, where we talk about the WHY of Entrepreneurship. This time Michelle and Joern get together for the Christmas Episode of 2022. We talk about what was going on in 2022 for both of us. From losing a family member to welcoming a new family member, being an entrepreneur, moving places, and much more.