Hosted by Jon T. Ruark, Ty Smith, and Adam Berk · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 29 episodes
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The What Problem Are You Solving? Podcast helps you discover what problem you are solving and helps you turn that into What PAYS. We're two Lean Startup coaches that have a passion for quickly delivering value before you spend too much!
Jon T. Ruark, Ty Smith, and Adam Berk hosts What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), a business show with 29 episodes published.
Startups don’t fail because they make mistakes—they fail because they refuse (or delay) the crucial decision to pivot. This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we break down the concept of pivoting—when to
Complexity isn't the enemy—it's the environment in which innovation truly flourishes. This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we dive into Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS), exploring how startups, innovatio
Let's review the past year and strategize how to improve!
Do you know how much waste your business creates each day—time, money, effort? This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we're diving into the 8 Wastes of Lean—the hidden inefficiencies slowing you down, co
Innovation isn’t just about ideas—it's about partnerships that bridge public missions and private-sector agility. Join us this week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS) for a special conversation with Mark Munsel
Data isn’t just for tech experts or big corporations—it's crucial for every entrepreneur looking to grow sustainably and build credibility with stakeholders. This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we're
You've got a great idea, but is it the right moment to launch? Understanding why now—why your idea matters today—is critical to your success. On this week’s What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), inspired by Paul Orl
This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we’re unpacking the idea of customer value. Is it about having the lowest price? Is it cost savings or convenience? Emotional connection or brand love? Maybe it's a
How do you go from a problem to a tested prototype in just five days? That’s the magic of the Google Design Sprint, and this week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we break it down—step by step. Created at Go
This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we’re joined by David Bland, author of Testing Business Ideas, to talk about real-world experiments that reduce risk, uncover truth, and help you move fast without
What exactly is a startup assuming when they launch something new? And why is it so important to test those assumptions before scaling? This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we’re going back to the core
What does truly excellent customer service look like—and how do you make it consistent, even at scale? This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we take a magical ride through what a certain Orlando attract
What happens when you give first—without expecting anything in return? In a world obsessed with ROI and funnels, we’re flipping the script. This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we explore “The Giving E
Every transformation—whether in agile, digital, AI, or cultural change—hits roadblocks. But what about the blockers no one talks about? The ones that silently derail your progress, frustrate your teams, and stall innovat
With the rise of AI-enabled development tools, just about anything you can think of is just a prompt away. But can too much of a good thing be bad for you? We'll discuss the impact of low and no-code tools for the entrep
Learn from Jon how to run a conference from scratch using lean startup principles while he builds to budget and creates one of the best conferences his attendees have been to! Listen as he iterates in front of the custom
"If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there." Innovate with intent. Play to Win. This episode shows how to be deliberate in your choices that will lead you toward a sound, testable strategy.
Validation is tough, but is chasing revenue the first thing you should be doing? How do you know that your first customers won't plateau? Join us this episode for a new way of measuring success.
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