EPISODE · Aug 25, 2021 · 31 MIN
Ep 141 Interview Sessions with Danielle Gillespie
from Always Better than Yesterday with Ryan Hartley | A Podcast for Heart Centred Leaders · host Ryan Hartley
On episode 141 I am joined by Danielle Gillespie, founder of Ideas Last. Danielle Gillespie is a tech geek who thrives on building rock solid products that people love. Her success is based on one central theme: Ideas Last. Danielle has over 25 years of experience developing tech products. Her experience covers a variety of industries including hospitality, health and wellness, manufacturing, retail and first responders. One thing that products in all industries have in common: the best products focus on customers first while downplaying “idea”. Danielle has worked for start-ups of various sizes and stages for the majority of her career. She founded her own company, has held various product development roles and actively advises a handful of start-up tech companies. In the episode you will hear: 01:00 accidentally falling in to software development 03:00 when you realise your solution can solve other problems elsewhere 04:30 a lot of entrepreneurs are being fleeced 05:00 the flaws behind an ideas mindset 08:45 get 5 people who love your product and see how they interact with it 13:00 adding significant value by doing what you’re good at 16:00 the long term success is not about the idea 17:30 the intersection of the idea and the playground I hope this conversation inspires you to show up in the leadership playground. Always love Ryan Connect with Danielle Gillespie LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellegillespie/ Website: https://www.daniellegillespie.net/ Medium: https://medium.com/@dgillespie_irl Connect with Always Better than Yesterday Website: www.alwaysbetterthanyesterday.com Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: (+44) 07970339936 Master Heart and Mind Group Coaching / Merch / Free Life Languages mini profile: www.ryanhartley.co.uk Instagram: @ryanbhartley Thank you to our friends at WebCreation, proud supporters of the Always Better than Yesterday Interview Sessions. Head to www.WebCreationGroup.com for stunning websites at sensible prices. Don't forget to subscribe and come join our community on Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/weareABTY
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On episode 141 I am joined by Danielle Gillespie, founder of Ideas Last. Danielle Gillespie is a tech geek who thrives on building rock solid products that people love. Her success is based on one central theme: Ideas Last. Danielle has over 25 years of experience developing tech products. Her experience covers a variety of industries including hospitality, health and wellness, manufacturing, retail and first responders. One thing that products in all industries have in common: the best products focus on customers first while downplaying “idea”. Danielle has worked for start-ups of various sizes and stages for the majority of her career. She founded her own company, has held various product development roles and actively advises a handful of start-up tech companies. In the episode you will hear: 01:00 accidentally falling in to software development 03:00 when you realise your solution can solve other problems elsewhere 04:30 a lot of entrepreneurs are being fleeced 05:00 the flaws behind an ideas mindset 08:45 get 5 people who love your product and see how they interact with it 13:00 adding significant value by doing what you’re good at 16:00 the long term success is not about the idea 17:30 the intersection of the idea and the playground I hope this conversation inspires you to show up in the leadership playground. Always love Ryan Connect with Danielle Gillespie LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellegillespie/ Website: https://www.daniellegillespie.net/ Medium: https://medium.com/@dgillespie_irl Connect with Always Better than Yesterday Website: www.alwaysbetterthanyesterday.com Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: (+44) 07970339936 Master Heart and Mind Group Coaching / Merch / Free Life Languages mini profile: www.ryanhartley.co.uk Instagram: @ryanbhartley Thank you to our friends at WebCreation, proud supporters of the Always Better than Yesterday Interview Sessions. Head to www.WebCreationGroup.com for stunning websites at sensible prices. Don't forget to subscribe and come join our community on Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/weareABTY
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