Greg Shove - Entrepreneurship Is More Like a Rollercoaster Than a Rocketship

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Welcome to the Maker-Manager Money Podcast! In this episode, host Kyle Ariel Knowles talks with Greg Shove, CEO of Section and a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the tech industry. Greg shares his journey through the ups and downs of building successful businesses, including his insights on the myths of Silicon Valley and the importance of persistence.
Greg discusses his personal goals, including spending time with his grandchildren and riding the AI wave in his ventures. He dives deep into the transformative power of AI, offering actionable advice on how entrepreneurs can leverage tools like ChatGPT and Claude to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
Join us as we explore the realities of entrepreneurship, the grind behind startup success, and the evolving landscape of AI technology. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.
Key Topics:

• Greg's entrepreneurial journey and lessons learned
• The impact of AI on business and education
• Balancing work and personal life as an entrepreneur
• The importance of managing expectations in startup culture
• Practical advice for harnessing AI tools

Links:

• Follow Greg on LinkedIn
• MBA Quality Online Education at Section
• From AI Hype to Working Prototype Machine & Partners
• Personal Math with Greg & Taylor
• Enneagram Insitute (and Test)
• Follow Kyle on LinkedIn

Greg's Book Recommendation
The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers by Ben Horowitz
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1. Greg Shove - Entrepreneurship Is More Like a Rollercoaster Than a Rocketship (00:00:00)

2. Meet Greg Shove (00:00:10)

3. Goals for 2025 (00:01:27)

4. Family and Personal Life (00:02:27)

5. Career Journey (00:03:20)

6. The Reality of Silicon Valley (00:04:06)

7. Persistence in Entrepreneurship (00:05:35)

8. Tech Bro Hustle Culture (00:09:04)

9. Coaching vs. Playing (00:11:30)

10. Key Skills for Entrepreneurs (00:12:44)

11. Understanding the Enneagram (00:13:50)

12. Cancer Diagnosis (00:14:30)

13. Post-Cancer Life (00:18:44)

14. Staying Active in Business (00:19:26)

15. AI Tools and Workflows (00:20:40)

16. The Future of AI and Google (00:24:02)

17. Voice Mode Usage (00:25:00)

18. AI Education and Engagement (00:27:06)

19. Generational Perspectives on AI (00:30:02)

20. Advice for Older Generations (00:32:04)

21. AI's Impact on Human Interaction (00:34:50)

22. AI for Entrepreneurs (00:40:00)

23. Makers, Managers, and Money (00:41:30)