Entrepreneurship

17 - Discovering Stability: A Holistic Approach to Emotional Intelligence and Business Growth

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Published on: 05/12/2025

In this episode of the Scaling Smarter podcast, host David Hirschfeld interviews Aasha LaCount, CEO of BeyondEQ International. Aasha shares her journey and explains how BeyondEQ International helps high-performing leaders enhance emotional intelligence by integrating energy, frequency, and subconscious mind work. She discusses her data-driven system for measuring EQ, the role of AI in coaching, and the importance of authentic human connection. Aasha also offers book recommendations, describes her coaching programs, and emphasizes the power of small, consistent changes for growth.

Software DevelopmentBusiness Growth and ScalingArtificial Intelligence and TechnologyEntrepreneurship

16 - Transforming Real Estate by Returning Value to Buyers, Sellers, and Agents

Tekyz

Published on: 28/11/2025

In this episode of "Scaling Smarter," host David Hirschfeld speaks with Chad Link (CEO) and Rob Brower (CTO) of Swyvvl, a startup aiming to disrupt real estate platforms like Zillow by eliminating high referral fees. Chad shares his industry experience and Swyvvl’s mission to return value to home buyers, sellers, and agents. Rob discusses the technical and data challenges of building Swyvvl, as well as their use of AI and blockchain.

Software DevelopmentBusiness Growth and ScalingArtificial Intelligence and TechnologyEntrepreneurship

12 - Where AI Meets Blockchain: The Future of Investment Underwriting

Tekyz

Published on: 30/10/2025

In this episode of "Scaling Smarter," host David Hirschfeld interviews Mark Fidelman, Founder and CEO of Smartblocks. They discuss how Smartblocks enables fractional investment in real-world assets like real estate using blockchain-based security tokens. Mark shares his journey from real estate to crypto, the platform’s approach to regulatory compliance, and the integration of AI to streamline underwriting.

Software DevelopmentBusiness Growth and ScalingArtificial Intelligence and TechnologyEntrepreneurship

8 - Fail Forward: Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success with AI

Tekyz

Published on: 03/10/2025

In this episode of "Scaling Smarter," host David Hirschfeld interviews Colin Campbell, owner, operator, and author of "Start Scale Exit and Repeat." Colin shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of learning from failure, building profitable businesses, and not chasing unicorn status. The conversation explores how AI and workflow automation are transforming entrepreneurship, marketing, and legal processes. Colin offers practical advice on leveraging AI tools, adapting to rapid change, and creating original content for better visibility.

Business Growth and ScalingArtificial Intelligence and TechnologyEntrepreneurship