Student Entrepreneur 101: Recent Episodes
Rose Aguilar
If you are a student and an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to forge your own career path, create your own business or build your own empire but need a place to start- this is the podcast for you. You will be hearing the stories of self-made students who have successfully set their own business or career into motion. Also tune in to hear from individuals already thriving in their entrepreneurial journey and advice they have to share with those of us hoping to start out. Together, you and I will get a sneak peak into a day in the life of an entrepreneur on the road to success.
Hey everyone! Tune in to this episode to hear from Drew Busbee: a founding member at SpaceWERX and the current COO at the Disruptive Technology Index (DTI), a California nonprofit that partners with SpaceWERX to bring technological advancement and innovation to the US Space Force.
In this episode you’ll learn about Drew’s experience building innovation programs, his work with startups to modernize space and defense technologies, you’ll also discover what’s next for the Space Economy, and more!
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Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Jessie Somekh: Co-Founder of Rotate Your Closet, a peer-to-peer platform where users can rent trendy clothes from others and generate money from their own closet.
In this episode, you’ll learn about Jessie’s experience building Rotate, the importance of community engagement when building your startup,how to lose the fear of imperfection and embrace the iteration process when launching your product, and more!
You can also learn more about Rotate Your Closet by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://rotateyourcloset.co/
Instagram: @rotateyourcloset
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Brenna Turner: Co-Founder of Sake High- the company making sake fun, approachable, and bringing it to new audiences.
In this episode, you’ll learn about Brenna’s experience building Sake High, the importance of finding a unique niche for your product, why networking can help you establish opportunities for your brand, and more!
You can also learn more about Sake High by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://www.sakehigh.com/
Instagram: @drinksakehigh
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Lena Zhang: Co-founder and COO of Cohere- a company building the Glassdoor for the retail industry that is committed to connecting retailers with emerging consumer brands.
In this episode, you’ll learn about Lena’s experience building Cohere, why iteration and market feedback are critical for success with your startup, how supporting local businesses can have a positive impact on communities, and more!
You can also learn more about Cohere by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Instagram: thecohere_
Website: www.thecohere.com
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Rosie Mangiarotti: founder and CEO of Perkies- a startup creating innovative undergarments for women, including sticky bras with replaceable adhesives. Perkies is dedicated to sustainability, inclusivity, and empowering women to feel confident.
In this episode, you’ll learn about Rosie’s experience building Perkies, the importance of persistence in getting where you want to be, why your network is EVERYTHING, and more!
You can learn more about Perkies by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://perkies.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myperkies
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myperkies
Hey rising entrepreneurs! In this episode, we're diving headfirst into 2024 with enthusiasm and a game plan for success. Together, we’ll walk through a journey of self-reflection, sharing personal wins and challenges from 2023.
Together, we’ll also walk through the SMART method, breaking down each letter to help you set goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. You'll learn how to make your dreams crystal clear and track your progress with precision.
2024 is your year of accomplishment, and the SMART goal framework is your roadmap to success. Here's to another great year ahead! 🎉
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Carol Shih: the co-founder and CEO of Qode Space- a web development agency that specializes in building and enhancing Shopify eCommerce stores.
In this episode, you’ll learn about Carol’s experience building Qode Space, the importance of being a solutions seeker, why you should be bold and take massive action when building your network, and more!
You can learn more about Qode Space by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://qodespace.com/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/qodespace
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Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Sterling Champion: the co-founder and CEO of The SHE Mark- a startup on a mission to recognize and certify women-led businesses and create a more inclusive economy.
In this episode, you’ll learn about Sterling’s experience building The SHE Mark, creating a collaborative and supportive community for women in business, and her goal to empower consumers and companies to make informed decisions that promote gender equity.
You can learn more about The SHE Mark by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: www.theshemark.com
Instagram: instagram.com/theshemark
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-she-mark
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear from Julie Castro Abrams: the founder of How Women Lead- a professional network of 20,000 top women executives, AND How Women Invest- an early stage venture firm focused exclusively on women founders.
In this episode you’ll learn about Julie’s experience building her venture firm How Women Invest, why it’s crucial that more women enter venture capital, and the movement she’s building to empower more women as leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs, and more!
You can learn more about Julie and her work by visiting her websites and following her on LinkedIn!
Website: https://www.howwomeninvest.com/ and https://www.howwomenlead.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-castro-abrams/
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about Duffl: a company that delivers snacks to college students in 10 minutes and is dedicated to empowering students to better serve each other.
Founder and CEO David Lin shares all about this experience with Duffl, the importance of building something that people want, how personal development is crucial to success in business, why you should focus on investing in the right people for your company, and more!
You can learn more about Duffl by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://www.duffl.com
Insta: @dufflstores
TikTok: @duffl.com
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to meet Humzah Farrukh- a UCLA alum and 3x entrepreneur. Humzah has founded a SaaS marketing company, a private equity company, and a non-profit foundation helping build schools for children in Pakistan.
Through this conversation you’ll learn that when you want to make an impact- ACTION is essential- what matters is starting small, having realistic goals, and building your tribe.
This episode is PACKED with valuable information- so get ready to take some notes and let’s dive right in!
You can learn more about Humzah and his work by visiting his website and following his foundation on instagram!
Website: www.farrukhfoundation.org
Instagram: @buildaschoolproject
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about Poppin: a ticketing event platform dedicated to helping people find authentic connections in their community.
CEO and Co-Founder Tejes Srivalsan shares all about this experience with Poppin- the importance of your network, the importance of team optimization for successfully building your startup and attracting investors, and more!
You can learn more about Poppin by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: www.joinpoppin.com
App: ios.joinpoppin.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/poppinucla/
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the top 3 lessons I learned from my recent travels to New York. This episode is all about adaptability, time management, and recognizing your wins. Tune in to learn more!
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear about Monark Entertainment: a company dedicated to empowering artists by promoting their music through brand marketing campaigns on various digital platforms. Founder and CEO Karla Ortiz shares all about her early career experience in the music industry, her journey with Monark Entertainment so far, why establishing strong relationships is key to success for businesses in the music industry, and more!
You can learn more about Monark Entertainment by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://monarkentertainment.co/
Instagram: @misskortiz and @monarkent
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about SliimeyHoney: a premium slime business with gourmet slimes that look and smell like your favorite foods! Founder Mark Lin shares how being involved in business groups on campus can help you as a student-entrepreneur, the importance of enthusiasm and passion in your business pitch, and more!
You can learn more about SliimeyHoney by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://sliimeyhoney.com
Tiktok: @sliimeyhoneyshop
Instagram: @sliimeyhoney
Youtube: @sliimeyhoney
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about Nopalera: a Mexican botanical bath and body brand. They are on a mission to provide high-end bath & body products with clean ingredients that celebrate and elevate Latinx culture. Founder Sandra Velasquez shares about the importance of knowing exactly who your customer is, the importance of delegating and leading a team, why clarity + confidence = cash when it comes to your business pitch, and more!
You can learn more about Nopalera by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://nopalera.co/
Instagram: @nopalera.co
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about Koko: a tech nonprofit created by a team out of MIT and Airbnb. Koko is on a mission to address the youth mental health crisis by meeting young people where they are — online — and providing free digital interventions. Co-Founder and CEO Rob Morris shares about the importance of understanding your ideal client, the importance of meeting your target audience where they are, and more!
You can learn more about Koko by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: https://www.kokocares.org/
Twitter: @koko
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about a practice that you can start today to start finding self-validation as an entrepreneur. If we want to unlock the full power we have within ourselves to achieve our dreams, we have to believe we are capable of attaining these goals! Learn what steps you can take today to reach self-validation and the importance of taking a closer look into our self-talk.
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about WorkUp: the Gen Z social network app that uses videos to let you watch your topics of interest, get hired, and hire others; where TikTok meets the professional community. Founder and CEO Manuel Leon shares about the importance of believing in yourself throughout the startup process, understanding that you can teach yourself or find others with the skills you need to launch your startup, why you need to find people who align with your mission when building a team, and more!
You can learn more about WorkUp by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: www.joinworkup.com
Instagram: @joinworkup
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/workup
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about BLCK UNICRN: a platform that helps emerging artists create episodic visual albums, immersive experiences, and fan centric software; where Netflix meets Spotify in Web3. Founder Joshua Blackwell shares about starting a business in the web3 and entertainment space, how the music experience is shifting with emerging technologies, how BLCK UNICRN is changing the relationship between artists and fans, and more!
You can learn more about BLCK UNICRN by visiting their website!
Website: https://www.blckunicrn.com/
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about Hacker Fund: the 501(c)(3) for hackers - a fiscal sponsor that empowers technologists to create social change. Executive Director Justin Brezhnev shares about the importance of mentorship for entrepreneurs, how to raise money for your startup, the importance of organizing community for your startup, and more!
Website: https://www.hacker.fund/
Instagram: @hackerfund
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HackerFund/
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear about ShopX: a platform that's onboarding businesses to the Web3 space by creating branded NFTs to help them connect with customers!
Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer Eric McHugh shares how brands can use NFTs to connect with their customers, steps you can take as a college student to get started in the web3 space, and more!
Website: https://shopx.co/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shopxlabs
Twitter - https://twitter.com/shopxlabs
ShopifyApp- https://apps.shopify.com/shopx?st_source=autocomplete
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Hussle: the #1 marketplace for student business, helping college students buy and sell services from one another, transforming campus communities into bustling local markets. Co-founders Vishnupriya and Adithya share the inspiration behind Hussle, what it’s like running a business as a college student, the importance of time management, and more!
Website: https://www.hussle.us/
Instagram: @hussle.app
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about a practice that you can start today to begin conditioning your mind to visualize your dream life! Being able to see our larger goals with clarity is so important for our WHY as rising entrepreneurs. If you can condition your mind to start to see, feel, and believe that you are capable of having the life of your dreams- then you’ll get the boost in inspiration and confidence you need to take on the world and get closer to achieving that dream today!
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Gourmais: a better-for-you and globally-inspired snack brand dedicated to bringing everyone amazing flavors. Founder Stephanie Chui shares the inspiration behind Gourmais, her experience with traveling and entrepreneurship, the importance of leading with an open mind as an entrepreneur, and more!
You can learn more about Gourmais by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: eatgourmais.com
Instagram: @eatgourmais
TikTok - @eatgourmais
Hey rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about a few practices you can start today to avoid burnout on your entrepreneurial journey. These practices are here to help you change your mindset and ease any feelings of anxiety, stress, or overwhelm you might be facing as you build your business.
We all face burnout at some point in our lives. Learn what steps you can take today to prevent burnout and stay on track to building the business of your dreams!
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Annie McNutt Event Consultants: a Wedding and Event Planning company dedicated to making their clients' dreams come to life! Founder and Lead Planner Annie McNutt shares the inspiration behind her event consulting business, the importance of being brave enough to invest in yourself as an entrepreneur, and more!
You can learn more about Annie McNutt Event Consultants by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: www.anniemcnutt.com
Instagram: @AnnieMcNuttEventConsultants
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about the importance of competition and performing a SWOT analysis for your business. I am going to be discussing a different way to look at competition when it comes to launching your own business and how you can keep your competitive edge using the power of a SWOT analysis to help you make smart business decisions.
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Hit of Happiness: a lifestyle and corporate consulting company dedicated to teaching their clients the science behind happiness and providing their community with the tools needed to live their best lives. Founder and CEO Brian Dubow shares the inspiration behind Hit of Happiness, steps you as a student can take today to start building a happier mindset, and more!
You can learn more about Hit of Happiness by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: hitofhappiness.com
Instagram: @hitofhappiness
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Magic Dates: a snack-food company dedicated to providing better-for-you indulgent treats with date fruits and committed to creating cultural connection through food. Founder and CEO Diana Jarrar shares the inspiration behind Magic Dates, the importance of a manufacturer for your food business, how branding helps you connect with your ideal customer, and more!
You can learn more about Magic Dates by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: magicdatesbites.com
Instagram: @magicdatesbites
Tiktok: @magicdatesbites
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Ricki Rum: an environmentally-friendly swimwear brand designed to fit and flatter a wide array of body types and is made from sustainable materials such as discarded ocean plastic and fabric scraps. Co-Founder and CEO Lauren Browning shares the inspiration behind Ricki Rum, what production is like for a first time fashion entrepreneur, how a business accelerator can provide the mentorship you need as an entrepreneur, and more!
You can learn more about Ricki Rum by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: www.rickirum.com
Instagram: rickirum
Tiktok: rickirumswim
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Agua Bonita: a ready to drink aguas frescas beverage company that is on a mission to share better-for-you drinks inspired by traditional and bold new flavors! Co-Founder and CEO Kayla Castañeda shares the inspiration behind Agua Bonita, the qualities behind a successful marketing campaign, the importance of pitch competitions to gain funding and raise awareness for your business, the importance of your network, and more!
You can learn more about Agua Bonita by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Instagram: @drinkaguabonita
Website: www.drinkaguabonita.com
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn about the importance of becoming intentional with your language as an entrepreneur. I am going to be discussing ways we can reflect on and improve our internal dialogue and interpersonal communication. Learn how you can empower yourself and inspire others through the power of words!
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind OYA Femtech, a women’s sports apparel company that aims to reduce sportswear related feminine health issues! Founder and CEO Mitch Gilbert shares the inspiration behind OYA Femtech, the importance of research and development and obtaining market feedback when serving your customers, the importance of building a strong support network, and more!
You can learn more about OYA Femtech by visiting their website and following them on social media!
Website: wearoya.com
Instagram: @wearoya
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind Mindset and Milestones, a social enterprise that creates entrepreneurship curriculum for teachers to empower girls with the skills and mindset they need to pursue the career of their dreams! Founder and CEO Diondraya Taylor shares the inspiration behind Mindset and Milestones, the importance of an MVP to test market validation with your big idea, what you need to understand about finance for your business as a rising entrepreneur and more!
You can learn more about Mindset and Milestones by visiting their website and following Diondraya on LinkedIn!
Website: mindsetnmilestones.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diondrayataylor/
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind one of the best figures in entrepreneurship: John Lee Dumas!
John Lee Dumas is the founder and host of the award winning podcast, Entrepreneurs On Fire. With over 100 million listens of his 3000+ episodes, JLD has turned Entrepreneurs On Fire into a media empire that generates over a million listens every month and 7-figures of NET annual revenue 8-years in a row. His first traditionally published book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success is the modern day version of Think and Grow Rich with a revolutionary 17-step roadmap to financial freedom and fulfillment. Learn more at UncommonSuccessBook.com
You can learn more about Entrepreneurs on Fire and JLD by visiting the website: EOFire.com
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune into this episode to hear the story behind YoBe, a vegan, protein yogurt company! Founder and CEO Hawkins Golden shares the inspiration behind this yogurt, the importance of being open to temporary failure in order to keep improving your product, what it's like to navigate the different processes and regulations in the food industry and other valuable advice for all you rising student entrepreneurs!
You can learn more about YoBe by visiting their website and following them on social media:
Website: YoBe.co
Instagram: @yobeawesome
Tiktok: @yobeawesome
Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to hear the story behind Popl, the #1 Digital Business Card platform for teams and individuals! Co-Founder and CEO Jason Alvarez-Cohen shares the inspiration behind this digital business card platform, Popl’s experience in Y-Combinator, what it’s like being listed as a Forbes 30 under 30 company and other valuable advice for all you rising student entrepreneurs!
You can learn more about Popl by visiting their website and following them on social media:
Website: popl.co
Instagram: @popl
Hello rising entrepreneur! Tune into this episode to learn 3 techniques from James Clear’s award-winning book: Atomic Habits! I will help unpack three strategies that James Clear outlines in the book that you can use today in order to unlock the power of your habits and reach your productivity and wellness goals as a rising entrepreneur!
Find an infographic for the 3 strategies on the instagram @studententrepreneur101podcast
Hello rising entrepreneur! Tune in to hear insights on the importance of understanding your ideal customer in the startup world. Also listen for guidance on how to truly understand who your ideal customer is!
I will be sharing some guiding questions and some examples of how to identify who your ideal customer is and how this can help direct your marketing strategy!
This is a video podcast and you can find it on instagram: @studententrepreneur101podcast
Tune in to this episode to learn more about the entrepreneurial journey behind Aura Tea and Coffee, a vegan and sugar-free boba tea startup that aims to promote health, self-love and wellness! Co-Founder Kashish Juneja shares the inspiration behind this boba tea brand, her mission, what it was like balancing zoom classes and the launch of her business and other valuable advice for all you rising student entrepreneurs out there!
You can learn more about Aura Tea and Coffee by visiting their website or following them on social media:
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www.AuraTeaCoffee.com
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https://www.instagram.com/aurateacoffee/
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https://www.tiktok.com/@aurateacoffee?lang=en
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Hello rising entrepreneurs! Tune in to this episode to learn one of the best lessons from Napoleon Hill’s book Think and Grow Rich. Today I will be talking about MONEY and how you can start improving your relationship with money as an entrepreneur. I will be sharing a powerful exercise from the book that you can start implementing in your own entrepreneurial journey today that will help you achieve your money goals!
If you are interested in getting a copy of Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich you can find one anywhere you buy books! There are great paper, audio and digital copies out there for you to access!
Tune in to this episode to learn about the entrepreneurial journey behind SmartBooks AR, an augmented reality education startup that pairs their augmented reality app with educational textbooks. Founder Simone Jensen shares the inspiration behind this creative learning tool, what it’s like being a startup in the tech industry and other valuable advice for all you rising student entrepreneurs out there!
Visit the SmartBooks AR instagram to learn more: @smartbooks_ar
Hello rising entrepreneurs! In this episode you will learn how to use the Ikigai exercise to map out your purpose and WHY as a rising entrepreneur. This guided workshop will walk you through the steps to understanding the value that you have to offer the entrepreneurial world. Tune in for a journey of self-discovery that has the potential to accelerate your path to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
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Tune in to this episode to learn about the entrepreneurial journey behind Odd Flower Creations, a slow fashion brand that handcrafts accessories for your hair, ears and home! Odd Flower Creations Founder Amber Sackett is a graduate student at UCLA and shares the inspiration behind this environmentally conscious brand, what it’s like balancing graduate school with her business and valuable advice for all you rising student entrepreneurs out there!
Visit the Odd Flower Creations website and social media to learn more:
Website: https://oddflowercreations.com/
Instagram: @oddflowercreations
In this episode hear the story behind Quokka Brew, a jitter-less coffee brand started by UC Berkeley students. Co-founder and Chief Business Development Officer Gabriel Bloch shares the inspiration behind the brand, his team's mission, how they built a community around their product and valuable advice for students waiting to start their own businesses.
Visit the Quokka Brew Website and find them on social media to learn more:
Website: https://www.quokkabrew.com
Instagram: @quokkabrew
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-bloch/
My name is Rose Aguilar and I'm a current UCLA student. I am passionate about entrepreneurship and am excited for the journey we are about to embark on: discovering the entrepreneurial process for aspiring students! Get ready to hear from some amazing individuals and the stories they have to share about their entrepreneurial journey. Together, we are going to learn what it takes for students like you and I to succeed in entrepreneurship.
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