Ambition
Turning Startups Into Empires | Zack Dugow
Mar 18, 202540 min
Zack Dugow, CEO of the COOL company, shares how strategic pivots, acquisitions, and a dynamic approach to leadership fuel business growth.
business
Ambition
Hosted by Nick McLean · business · EN
About this Podcast:
On the Ambition podcast, hear firsthand accounts of the challenges, risks, and rewards of transforming businesses from mom-and-pop shops to complex enterprises.
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Booking probability
19%
Guest openness
Selective
80/100
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What is Ambition about?
On the Ambition podcast, hear firsthand accounts of the challenges, risks, and rewards of transforming businesses from mom-and-pop shops to complex enterprises.
Who hosts Ambition?
Ambition is hosted by Nick McLean. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
What has Ambition covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Turning Startups Into Empires | Zack Dugow" (18 March 2025, 40 minutes), "The Power of Patience | John Lippe" (4 March 2025, 42 minutes), and "Mentorship Forges Success | Tim Webster" (18 February 2025, 48 minutes).
How often does Ambition publish?
Ambition publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Ambition?
Booking probability for Ambition is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Ambition requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Ambition's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Ambition?
The strongest fits for Ambition are Business & Management Consulting. Ambition has a business audience.
About the host
Nick McLean hosts Ambition, a business podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #11
The Power of Patience | John Lippe
Mar 4, 202542 minS1John Lippe, owner of Federal Corporation, emphasizes patience and leadership as he shares his journey of acquiring and scaling a 100-year-old business.
Episode #10
Mentorship Forges Success | Tim Webster
Feb 18, 202548 minS1Tim Webster, CEO of Farmer Direct Foods, shares lessons on mentorship, making work meaningful, and viewing success as a journey.
- Feb 4, 202535 minS1
Brooke Beardall, creator of Holy Yoga, shares how she built a global Christ-centered yoga brand through innovation and strong systems.
- Jan 21, 202546 minS1
Stewart Gandolf, CEO of Healthcare Success, shares how he scaled his healthcare marketing agency through focus, processes, and strategic growth.
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- Jan 7, 202548 minS1
Chris Suchánek shares his journey from working on Grammy-winning albums to leading a niche marketing agency with integrity and focus.
- Dec 24, 202436 minS1
Brian Lennon, CEO of General Die Casters, Inc., shares how resilience, critical thinking, and teamwork drive growth and operational excellence.
- Dec 10, 202440 minS1
Sam Fankuchen, founder and CEO of Golden, shares lessons on overcoming crises, building culture, and aligning stakeholders to achieve sustainable business growth.
- Nov 26, 202442 minS1
Andrew Gray, CEO of Virtus, shares how he scaled his insurance brokerage with specialization, culture, and calculated risk-taking.
- Nov 12, 202441 minS1
Matt Kovacs, CEO of Blaze PR, shares how he built a sustainable business by focusing on client trust and tailored strategies.
- Oct 29, 202441 minS1
Darren Traub, CEO of Dynamic Transformations, shares his journey in private equity and helping businesses unlock their full potential.
- Oct 29, 202446 minS1
Gregory Gragg, CEO of Blue Chair, shares his journey from basement startup to growing multiple businesses, revealing lessons on delegation and resilience.
Ambition
The Ambition Podcast: COMING SOON!
Oct 23, 20242 minThe Ambition podcast features conversations with business leaders who have embraced risk, shattered ceilings, and leaned into the tension between building both a business and a life they are proud of. Recurring themes...
Recent guests
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Matt Kovacs
President, Blaze PR
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Zack Dugow
COOL
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John Lippe
Federal Corporation
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Tim Webster
Farmer Direct Foods
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