How I Tested That

By: David J Bland
  • Summary

  • Testing your ideas against reality can be challenging. Not everything will go as planned. It’s about keeping an open mind, having a clear hypothesis and running multiple tests to see if you have enough directional evidence to keep going. This is the How I Tested That Podcast, where David J Bland connects with entrepreneurs and innovators who had the courage to test their ideas with real people, in the market, with sometimes surprising results. Join us as we explore the ups and downs of experimentation… together.
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Episodes
  • Eddy Connors | How I Tested Goodie Bag
    Oct 2 2024

    Eddy Connors, co-founder of Goodie Bag, shares his journey of creating a digital marketplace that connects consumers to local retail shops to purchase unsold food at a discounted price.

    The idea for Goodie Bag came from Eddy's gap year in Indonesia, where he witnessed the impact of plastic pollution and the need for sustainable solutions.

    Goodie Bag aims to reduce food waste, provide affordable options for consumers, and support local businesses. Eddy emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of both partners and customers and continuously iterating to provide more value to the community.

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    32 mins
  • Victoria Sakal | How I Tested Growth at Wonder
    Sep 18 2024


    Victoria shares her journey from working at big consulting firms to joining a company as it was being completely overhauled and reborn to survive and thrive post-AI.

    Wonder helps entrepreneurs and small businesses with desk research by providing them with curated information and insights. They navigate the risks of the rapidly evolving AI landscape and focus on the desirability, viability, and feasibility of their solution. They aim to be the go-to choice for their audience by offering expertise, credibility, and a comprehensive solution.

    Victoria emphasizes the importance of curiosity and asking the right questions in the research process. Victoria discusses the process of conducting desk research and how her company uses AI to provide valuable insights to clients. She emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and desires through constant contact and conversations.

    She also talks about the challenges of testing and refining solutions, as well as the risks and uncertainties of working in the AI space.

    Overall, Wonder aims to simplify and aggregate information for clients, helping them make informed decisions.

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    44 mins
  • Ali Jiwani | How I Tested AI Powered Education
    Sep 4 2024

    Ali Jiwani shares his entrepreneurial journey, from starting a food delivery platform to building Slay School, a personalized learning platform.

    He discusses how he used data to predict success in his previous ventures and how he applied those insights to Slay School.

    Ali explains his approach to acquiring early customers through Reddit and Discord, and the importance of quick feedback loops.

    He also talks about the challenges of pricing and the vision for Slay School to revolutionize education by providing personalized learning paths for students.

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    36 mins

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