Solving Startup Problems Using Code

In this 212th episode, the hosts connect with Gen Z entrepreneur Isaiah Smith, founder and CEO of Build for Demand - a team of product developers that help visionaries build products that customers actually want to buy. Tune in as the trio discuss the importance of educating and guiding high school students by connecting them with opportunities for entrepreneurship. Chapters:  (0:00) Intro (8:53) Introduction of guest Isaiah Smith, co-chair of the Hampton Roads Gen Z Commission (13:12) Debate about the current state of college education and student loans (23:14) The role of guidance counselors in shaping Gen Z's career choices (31:17) The response of regional organizations to Gen Z involvement (39:58) The process and challenges of turning ideas into software products (49:01) Applying real estate sales strategies to the tech startup industry (54:24) Importance of humble product and adapting to market changes (1:06:37) Discussion on pricing models in the tech industry (1:12:21) Isaiah Smith talks about growth pains and need for hiring (1:13:17) Episode wraps up with Zack Miller's closing remarks ABOUT THE SHOW The Fervent Four Show: Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show, designed to help you get there. About the hosts: Zack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and author of Anomaly, a guide on differentiating yourself and your business from the crowd. Tim Ryan is an angel investor and the Executive Director of Innovate Hampton Roads, an organization dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Tim also serves as the Director of REaKTOR, a space for technology-based startups to start and grow. Check them out Live every Thursday at 11 AM: https://www.innovate757.org/live/