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Entrepreneurs are sometimes called "unpolished" because they are scrappy and unconventional when starting a business. On this podcast, we speak with entrepreneurs and innovators.Some went to Business School and have a formal MBA degree while others don't. Did it make a difference? Nope!They share the answer to that as well as other pieces of wisdom.To listen to all episodes, apply to become a guest, or a sponsor go to www.unpolishedmba.com
Unpolished MBA® hosts Unpolished MBA, a business show with 177 episodes published.
Wrapping up Season 11 of Unpolished MBA. Lesson of 2025: People may appear kind/nice/assertive/confident and be ill-intentioned and cut-throat in business. Become an Unpolished MBA Guest: https://unpolishedmba.com Follow
In this episode, we're joined by Sabeen Abbas, founder of Hatch Line Consulting, to unpack what it really means to turn product strategy into action in the CPG and food and beverage world. Sabeen shares how she transitio
Episode Details: Capitalism is under pressure and everyday people can feel it. Rising prices from tariffs, fights over healthcare, shrinking trust in institutions and the rapid advance of AI have people questioning wheth
In this episode, Andy Goldstrom of Midcourse Advisors joined us. He has a remarkable track record of building and exiting two Inc. 5,000 companies to Fortune 50 buyers. Andy shares the powerful difference between mere gr
On this episode, Dr. Julie Gurner , executive performance coach and author of the Ultra Successful Substack newsletter, to unpack one of the most misunderstood traits in leadership: assertiveness . Most people equate ass
2026 is shaping up to be the year that separates companies that are just keeping up from those creating what’s next. In this forward-thinking solo episode we break down the trends, technologies, and shifts that will defi
When everyone sounds the same, trust becomes the real advantage. In this episode, Lisa McGuire, strategist, advisor, and host of Your Passion, Purpose & Personal Brand, shares how to build a business aligned with your un
Some Topics Discussed Include: Are you an educator hoping to pursue entrepreneurship? Listen in to learn how an educator-turned-entrepreneur reimagined her career to serve families, schools, and communities with language
In this episode we speak with Karla Trotman , CEO of Electro Soft , an electronics contract manufacturer serving industrial and defense customers. Karla shares the company’s origin story from kitchen table cables to a se
Erika Jefferson joins the Unpolished MBA to talk about why more scientists and engineers aren’t at the venture capital table. She breaks down common myths about who becomes a VC, discuss the real backgrounds of investors
In this episode A. Lee Judge—entrepreneur, multimedia content expert, and founder of Content Monsta—discusses the evolution of content creation in the digital age. Lee shares his journey from DJing and corporate marketin
About Episode 147 of Unpolished MBA(R): This episode of Unpolished MBA has guest Caroline Dunn—electrical engineer turned VP of Marketing, YouTuber with 37,000+ subscribers, and author of A Woman’s Guide to Winning in Te
This episode kicks off Season 11 with a conversation that every small and mid-sized business owner needs to hear. We’re not talking hype—we’re talking real numbers, real friction, and the decisions that make or break you
This final episode of the ETA series brings everything full circle. If you've been following along, you know we’ve covered the entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) space in depth—exploring what it takes to buy a bu
Most searchers focus on finding the perfect business to buy—but what happens after the deal closes? In this episode, Monique Mills sits down with investor and experienced entrepreneur Mario Montag to discuss what really
In this episode, hosts discuss how cash flow can make or break your business. Whether you're running a company, buying one, or just trying to keep your finances in check, understanding how money moves through your busine
Thinking about buying a small business? You’ve probably seen all the hype online about acquisition entrepreneurship—no money down, seller financing, and easy paths to wealth. But what if most of that isn’t true? In this
In this episode, Jed shares his experience of buying and losing a business, the lessons he learned, and his mission to shed light on the often-overlooked challenges of business acquisitions. His forthcoming book, Buyer B
This episode features Yvette Owo , an acquisition entrepreneur and accountant. The discussion focuses on the crucial role of quality of earnings (QOE) reports in the acquisition process and how they help identify financi
In this candid episode, hosts break down the gritty realities of entrepreneurship. From personal guarantees and bankruptcy to building resilience in the face of failure, they leave no stone unturned. Whether you're consi
Andy Goldstrom
Parents Journey Coaching
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Julie Gurner
Executive Performance Coach
1 appearance on this show
Lisa McGuire
Early Learning Childcare Manager/Home Childcare Supervisor · Keepers of the Circle
1 appearance on this show
Lisa Shaw
creative director · Lifestyled
1 appearance on this show
Karla Trotman
President and CEO · Electro Soft
1 appearance on this show
A. Lee Judge
Co-Founder and CMO · Content Monster
1 appearance on this show
Caroline Dunn
Dr.
1 appearance on this show
Morgan Wider
2 appearances on this show
Megan Bowen
CEO · Refine Labs
1 appearance on this show
Mark Bayer
Visiting Lecturer · Cornell Brooks School of Public Policy
1 appearance on this show
John Ray
Senior Director of Polling · Haven Home Health and Hospice
1 appearance on this show
Robert Johnson
Executive Director of the Agape Center for Human Dignity · Institute for New Economic Thinking
1 appearance on this show
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