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Welcome to "The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast," hosted by Spencer Matthews, alongside Ryan Riley and Dave Huffman, your guides to help you find harmony in imperfection as you journey towards success in life and business. Together, Ryan, Dave, and Spencer successfully built and sold the health and beauty e-commerce brand Microbe Formulas with an annual revenue of 50 million and an eye-popping exit valuation of 200 million dollars in less than five years. Now, they're pulling back the curtain an ...
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In today's episode, Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley dive deep into the strategic world of promos and sales as powerful business growth tools. From Dave's candid experience with financial pitfalls to success stories of innovative promo strategies, we unpack the art and science behind driving revenue and buyer frequency. We'll explore …
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In today's episode, hosts Ryan Riley, Spencer Matthews, and Dave Huffman discuss "Fifth Hammer Thinking" and the relationship between discipline and disruption. Ryan shares a story about how our podcast inspired a significant career decision for someone close to him, demonstrating the impact of our conversations. We examine the balance between stru…
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Dive into a riveting exploration of leadership, teamwork, and resilience in this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast. Join hosts Spencer Matthews, Ryan Riley, and Dave Huffman as they dissect the inspiring story of a shy rower pushed to greatness at the 1936 Olympics by a visionary team leader. Drawing parallels between historical feats and …
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Join Spencer, Ryan, and Dave as they delve into the keys to marketing success and personal development. This episode explores how minor actions can shape our responses to significant challenges. We discuss everything from David Goggins's triumph over his fear of sharks to our own experiences, like tackling a thrilling Disneyland ride, highlighting …
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Dive into the 80% rule concept as we dissect the success of Elon Musk's SpaceX ventures. Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley discuss the courage to embrace failure, the audacity of setting seemingly impossible goals, and the innovation these practices drive. In this episode, you'll discover how the willingness to accept partial success c…
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In this episode of "The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast" titled "Differentiating on Brand, Not Product: How Liquid Death Made Hydration Cool," we take a closer look at Mike Cessario's journey with Liquid Death. This brand caught attention with its unique marketing strategy for selling water. Before Liquid Death, Mike worked on launching Western Grace b…
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Today, in episode 18, titled "Acceptance vs. Agreement: Navigating Truth in Decision-Making," we delve into personal and professional growth themes. We start by discussing the never-ending pursuit of knowledge and how it shapes our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Following that, we'll examine the role of ego in shaping our devel…
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, titled "Knowing Your Customers: The Key to Airbnb's Founding Journey and Growth," hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley dive deep into the founding journey of Airbnb, highlighting the importance of discipline, team collaboration, and customer understanding in achieving initial tract…
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, we discuss Mac Bishop's journey and the founding of Wool & Prince. Hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley talk about Mac Bishop's history, including his family's long association with Pendleton and his unique idea of wearing a Pendleton shirt for 100 days. They cover how Bishop addre…
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, we delve into the integral role that core values play in hiring. Hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley examine methods for assessing potential hires' self-awareness, vulnerability, and humility and discuss how these traits contribute to a strong workplace culture. Drawing from perso…
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley discuss business success. The episode "What Matters Most? Defining Success in Business Beyond the Numbers" examines success measures, focusing on product-market fit, company culture, and personal goals. It examines examples like a new goalie's c…
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In this episode, the guys delve into the founding story of Twitch and explore the themes of discipline and disruption in their growth journey. From the humble beginnings of Justin TV to the pivot and evolution into Twitch, the hosts discuss the power of niche focus, the challenges of managing content, and the pivotal decision to narrow in on the em…
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley discuss a specific approach to business growth, focusing on acquisition, conversion, retention, and how a key metric can enhance team collaboration. They offer insights for CEOs and teams, combining personal experiences with practical advice. To…
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley discuss leadership and team performance. They share personal experiences, focusing on the effects of leadership, communication, and self-governance on team success. The episode covers topics such as fear in leadership, extreme ownership, and the …
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, Spencer, Dave, and Ryan dive deep into the difference between planning and plans. They explore the harmony of disruption and discipline, and how it relates to the fifth hammer and the balance needed for successful strategic planning. They share personal experiences and insights, expressing both th…
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On this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, the guys dive into a riveting conversation about the power of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and taking action. Spencer shares his recent experience of conquering Mount Borah in Idaho, sparking a discussion about the lessons learned from facing challenges head-on. The guys explore the s…
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In this episode, we're continuing our in-depth exploration of our six-phase roadmap to selling a business. We'll take you through the third and fourth phases - deep due diligence and going exclusive. Get ready for an unfiltered view into business negotiations, heavy-duty paperwork, multi-owner dynamics, and high-stakes disclosures handled with your…
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The Power of Saying No: Allowing Freedom of Choice in Life and Career | The Fifth Hammer Podcast | Ep 7
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On today's episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Ryan's son, Connor, and his incredible journey through airborne paratrooper training. Ryan shares how Connor's character transformation through this intense training aligns with the concept of doing your job and applies to our own lives and careers. Join us a…
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In this episode we dive into the fascinating world of company acquisitions. Join us as we take a deep dive into the process of selecting potential companies for acquisition, conducting due diligence, and making strategic decisions. Our guest speaker shares their personal experiences during the dotcom era in Silicon Valley, where they witnessed stoc…
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Evolving Success: Lessons from Self-Awareness and Moments of Teamwork | The Fifth Hammer Podcast - EP5
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In this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, join hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley as they delve into the concept of evolving success. Reflecting on how success looks today compared to the past, the hosts discuss the importance of self-awareness and the power of asking "why" to truly understand our own desires and goals. …
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Creating a Culture of Accountability: Reflections on Mistakes and the Path to Personal Growth | | The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast - EP 4
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Welcome back to another episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast! In today's episode, our hosts, Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley, dive into a topic we can all relate to: mistakes. They open up about their own experiences and share valuable lessons learned along the way. Our hosts reflect on the importance of setting clear expectati…
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Uncovering the Power of Core Values: How Microbe Formulas Transformed its Culture | The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast - EP 3
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Welcome back to another episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast! In today's episode, "Uncovering the Power of Core Values: How Microbe Formulas Transformed its Culture," we are diving deep into the success story of Microbe Formulas and the key decisions that made it all possible. We are unpacking the importance of defining your company's identit…
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Taking the Leap: Embracing Growth, Impact, and Stability in the Pursuit of Success | The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast - EP 2
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In today's episode, titled "Taking the Leap: Embracing Growth, Impact, and Stability in the Pursuit of Success," we dive deep into our personal and professional journeys and share experiences of chasing dreams, evaluating opportunities, and making life-altering decisions. From turning down offers to finding the right opportunity at the right time, …
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Unlocking the Potential of Teams: The Role of Leadership in Achieving Success | The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast - EP 1
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Get ready for a captivating discussion that delves into the world of rapid company growth, leadership, and the parallels in the world of sports. This episode starts by exploring the pitfalls of rapid growth within organizations and how mistakes can easily go unnoticed. Contrasting this, they dive into the intricacies of turnaround scenarios, where …
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On this episode of The Fifth Hammer Growth Podcast, join hosts Spencer Matthews, Dave Huffman, and Ryan Riley as they delve into the fascinating story of Pythagoras and the Fifth Hammer. It all started when Ryan discovered a postcard inside a book left on his desk by Spencer, bookmarked to this captivating tale. The tale spoke of Pythagoras, a reno…
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