INTERVIEW ARTICLES

Listen to the Podcast   When I interviewed Chase Friedman for this episode of Never Been Promoted, I knew we were in for an interesting conversation. Chase isn’t your typical brand strategist—he’s a storyteller at heart who believes that the best brands reflect the people behind them. That sounds simple, but it’s much harder than […]

Listen to the Podcast   If you’ve ever started a business, you know it’s not all sunshine and quick wins. I had a talk with Brett Flinchum, CEO of Stellar, and we got into the nitty-gritty of what it really takes to keep a company alive—especially in a world that’s moving faster than ever. Brett’s […]

Listen to the Podcast   Talking to seasoned entrepreneurs, you start to see a pattern. No one’s journey is a straight shot to the top, and no one has all the answers. I’ve been lucky to chat with some of the most down-to-earth business builders, and one thing is clear—there’s no secret sauce, just a […]

Listen to the Podcast   I’ve always been fascinated by how people stumble upon their “thing.” You know, that moment when something just clicks, and they decide, “Yeah, this is what I’m going to do.” For @Chris Wysong, that moment came at 3 a.m., one night in 2020. He wasn’t pondering over some grand master […]

Listen to the Podcast   When Phillip Bogolub first joined me on Never Been Promoted, I had no idea what to expect. This guy has been an engineer, a musician, an entrepreneur, and now a philosopher with his own belief system. His story is full of twists and turns that I know so many of […]

Listen to the Podcast   If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent a good portion of your life tethered to the corporate world. You’ve got the steady paycheck, the benefits, the structured schedule—sounds secure, right? But at some point, you might find yourself craving more. It’s not just about the money or the title anymore; […]

Listen to the Podcast   Starting a business or heading into the entrepreneurial world can feel like an adrenaline rush. I remember when I launched my first venture. You’re all-in, trusting your instincts, navigating decisions that feel massive but, at the moment, don’t always get the time they deserve. If you’ve been there, you probably […]

Listen to the Podcast   When you talk to successful entrepreneurs, it’s easy to get caught up in their wins—the IPOs, the billion-dollar valuations, the success stories. But what I’ve learned, and what this episode of Never Been Promoted with Binny Gill reminded me, is that the real magic happens in the messy, uncertain middle. […]

Listen to the Podcast   When we recorded another episode of “Never Been Promoted,” I was excited to reconnect with Ted Shelton, a partner at Bain & Company. Ted and I had crossed paths before, and I knew he’d bring a wealth of experience, particularly in entrepreneurship and investment. Our previous conversations had already left […]