The Fast Eat The Slow: How Execution Speed Drives Entrepreneurial And Private Equity Wins With Laurence Haughton
Execution speed isn’t just a tactic — it’s the ultimate competitive advantage. In this episode, Laurence Haughton, author of It’s Not the Big That Eat the Small…It’s the Fast That Eat the Slow, shares how his relentless drive for speed transformed his career — from an engineering tech to a best-selling author. We dive […]
Intellectual Rebellion: From Academia To Entrepreneurship – James Lindsay’s Journey
In today’s fast-paced digital world where a plethora of information is easily available, tons of varying and clashing opinions on all sorts of topics are floating online. Author, mathematician, and political commentator Dr. James Lindsay has dedicated his career to leading an intellectual rebellion to address the most problematic trends in academic and cultural […]
Agile Entrepreneurship, Mindset Shifts, & Elon Musk
Driven by curiosity and a commitment to authenticity, Stepfanie Tyler embodies the spirit of agile entrepreneurship vital in today’s world of tech. In this episode, she joins Paul Swaney to explore her dynamic career path in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing. She shares the importance of authenticity in online content creation, the impact […]
Finding Success In Private Equity With Ryan Heckman
Paul Swaney sits down with Ryan Heckman, who shares how he found his way and built success in the world of private equity. He talks about the valuable lessons about leadership and culture that he has gathered along the way, which contributed a lot to him becoming Co-Founder, Managing Partner, and CEO of Rallyday […]
Mastering Business Restructuring With Lars Vaule
Business restructuring often starts with stabilizing chaos and rallying people behind a shared vision. Paul Swaney sits down with turnaround expert Lars Vaule to explore the art of fixing struggling companies and building a thriving culture. From demoralized teams to cash flow dilemmas, Lars shares actionable insights and inspiring stories about leading through tough […]
Entrepreneurial Insights With Taylor Kenerson
Entrepreneurship thrives at the intersection of passion, purpose, and perseverance. In this engaging conversation, Paul Swaney dives deep into the entrepreneurial insights of Taylor Kenerson, an athlete-turned-business innovator redefining success on her own terms. From lessons learned on the softball field to building startups that embrace creativity and AI, Taylor shares how values like […]
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Unlocking Private Equity Success: John Caple’s Path From Bain To Hidden Harbor [S2:E7]
In this episode of LeverUp®, we sat with John Caple, the Founding Managing Partner of Hidden Harbor. With over twenty years of private equity investment and operational experience, John shares his journey from his early days at Bain & Company, where he advised Fortune 500 companies and led private equity due diligence, to his […]
Making The Switch From Insurance To Entrepreneurship [Season 2: Episode 5]
Today we sit down with Skylar Romines, founder of ATW Advisors and author of So She Did. In this episode, Skylar shares her 17-year journey in commercial insurance, how she built a thriving consulting firm, and the challenges she faced transitioning from corporate America to entrepreneurship. We dive deep into career-building strategies for women, the […]
From MLB To Millions: Ryne Ogren’s Leap Into Business [S2: E4]
In this episode of the Lever Up Podcast, we sit down with Ryne Ogren, a former professional baseball player turned private equity investor. After a successful career as a shortstop and catcher with the Seattle Mariners and Baltimore Orioles, Ryne made a bold pivot into the world of digital marketing and inorganic entrepreneurship. He […]