Startup Confessions Podcast

The Startup Confessions podcast is about uncovering the behind-the-scenes truth about the startup entrepreneurial journey. Inspired by a summer internship in entrepreneurship, Host Yssamae Abdon invites startup founders from different industries from all stages of entrepreneurship to share their challenges and triumphs. Entrepreneurship will look different to each person, and the Startup Confessions podcast is where authenticity meets ambition. The goal is to be a source of insight and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and future business owners with stories from our guests.

Startup Confessions Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Yssamae Abdon, with 14 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Yssamae Abdon hosts Startup Confessions Podcast, a business show with 14 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  CEO of Delfyn and woman in finance transforming the financial industry with AI, Ceren Danis

  Apr 25, 202536 minS2

  <p>NOTE* In the podcast, we mention Unique Payments. However, as of April 2025, Unique Payments has rebranded to Delfyn, a financial service agency serving B2B business in the financial sector with the focus of AI. </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the Startup Confessions podcast, host Yssamae Abdon speaks with guest speaker, Ceren Danis, CEO and co-founder of Delfy, about her journey in finance and entrepreneurship, her expertise and what led her to where she is now. They discuss the importance of co-founders, the challenges women face in a male-dominated industry, the impact of AI on...

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  Episode #3

  Empowering women through sustainable fashion and breaking stigmas as an entrepreneur with Arielle Loupos, founder of Flower Girl Co

  Mar 14, 202538 minS2

  <p>In the 3rd episode of the Startup Confessions podcast, host Yssamae interviews Arielle Loupos, founder of Flower Girl, a sustainable period underwear brand. Arielle shares her journey from working in e-commerce to launching her own brand, emphasizing the importance of using natural materials and creating a community around menstrual health. She discusses the challenges of product development, the significance of self-care, and the need to break the stigma surrounding female reproductive health. Arielle's passion for education and community building shines through as she discusses her vision for changing the narrative around periods and empowering women. In this episode, Arielle...

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  Episode #2

  Humor as a Business: The Rise of No Boring Brands with Aidan Brannigan

  Mar 3, 202534 minS2

  <p>In Season 2, episode 2 of the Startup Confessions podcast, Aiden, founder of No Boring Brands, shares his journey in the creator economy and the establishment of his creative humor agency. He discusses the importance of authenticity in social media, the art of humor in content creation, and the challenges of navigating perceptions around social media careers. Aiden emphasizes the significance of consistency, networking, and defining personal success while addressing the realities of cancel culture and online criticism. The conversation concludes with insights on maintaining passion and discipline in one's career.</p><p><br></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Aidan founded...

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  Episode #1

  Reflections from Season 1, Q&A, changes in Season 2.

  Jan 31, 202521 minS2

  <p>Summary</p> <p>In this episode of the Startup Confessions Podcast, host Yssamae reflects on her journey of launching and running a podcast focused on entrepreneurship. She shares insights on the challenges she faced as a young host, the importance of consistency, and how she connects with her guests. Yssa also discusses the technical aspects of podcasting, her personal growth through the experience, and offers advice for aspiring podcasters.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 Introduction to Startup Confessions Podcast</p> <p>03:12 Challenges of Podcasting and Imposter Syndrome</p> <p>06:06 Finding Guests and Building Connections</p> <p>08:34...

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  Startup Confessions Podcast

  Sonia-Michelle, founder of Ruby Sky Events and marketing manager at Porsche Dealership

  Sep 6, 202427 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Sonia-Michelle de Souza (or SM), marketing manager at Porsche Center London Ontario and founder of Ruby Sky Events shares her passion with creating, and sharing memorable experiences through events. Sonia-Michelle shares her experience in the automotive industry as a marketing manager and her passion for events led to the recent launch of Ruby Sky Events. Ruby Sky Events focuses on providing unique experiences through events serving exclusive wine and food. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this episode, we discuss how SM balances many roles including being a marketing manager, and founder of her own small-business, h...

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