In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Digital Polymath and 3x Founder Candice DeVille about the transformative impact of AI and automation on productivity and business operations. Candice shares practical insights and proven strategies to help entrepreneurs and leaders work smarter by integrating AI into their workflows, reducing repetitive tasks, and scaling their businesses effectively. Whether you’re a startup founder or a seasoned executive, this episode provides actionable advice on leveraging AI-driven tools to boost efficiency, optimize operations, and seize new opportunities in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak to Isaac Saul, the founder of Tangle, a nonpartisan newsletter offering news analysis from both sides of the political spectrum. Isaac shares the inspiring journey that led him from a struggling political reporter facing countless job rejections to bootstrapping Tangle in 2019. Despite starting with minimal resources, Tangle has since grown to over 125,000 subscribers globally and achieved a million dollars in annual revenue through reader subscriptions alone. Isaac discusses his mission-driven approach to media, emphasizing unbiased, open-minded discourse, and the business strategies he used to make Tangle one of the most reliable news sources today. From managing the challenges of scaling a reader-supported platform to standing out in an overcrowded political market, Isaac provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to build impactful, sustainable media companies.

In this episode of Zero to CEO, entrepreneur and growth marketing expert Ross McDaniel unveils his secret formula for attracting and converting high-quality customers. Listeners will learn strategies for generating a steady stream of valuable leads, accumulating five-star reviews, and turning satisfied customers into vocal advocates. Ross dives into the importance of online reviews, how to create a referral system that drives word-of-mouth growth, and the nuanced decision of when to invest in paid advertising. This episode is packed with actionable insights, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to build a robust customer base and achieve measurable revenue growth.