The CTO Show With Mehmet Weekly Recap 23 July 2023

July 23, 2023

Welcome to 25th edition of the CTO Show with Mehmet Weekly Summary Newsletter.

What is inside?

-     Weekly Insights & Updates

-     Recommended Resources

-     Episodes Recap

Hello everyone,

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Here's to an exciting week ahead filled with learning, innovation, and growth!

Now, let's dive into this week's updates…

Weekly Insights & Updates:

1- As you can see I did a slight change in the format of the newsletter. The goal is to make it more informative and engaging, hope you will like it.

2- Moving forward in addition to my own plans and Yassi Ventures' plans, you will see from me also some comments and notes on the latest trends in tech, startups, and entrepreneurship.

3- This week I was lucky to meet a lot of smart people, some of them were on the show, and some to be soon, stay tuned

4- Thanks to Mohammad Arshad and Patrick Cheesman, I was invited to talk to their AI community about my own usage of AI tools in my daily duty at Yassi Ventures, and for the Podcast. I enjoyed the engagement and the discussion the audience brought. The future is bright indeed!

5- A major announcement is coming that will include a new operation model between DataFabrika and Yassi Ventures, Ufuk Ferik and I are putting the final touches and we are excited to share soon

6- I am building a network of angel investors and startup founders (or to-be) for the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa region. If interested give me a shout.

Recommended Resources (Please note: Some of the resources linked in this section are affiliate links):

Framer If you are a No Code web design fan or simply interested in building websites with the power of AI, you should have a look into Framer. You can have fully functional sites with CMS and a lot of integrations with beautiful templates out of the shelf.

Zoho Books: As a startup owner, I needed a software that can allow me to track my business accounts and create invoices. After a detailed evaluation, I can say Zoho Books was the best with outstanding integrations and VAT readiness.

PodMatch: If you are a podcaster you will love PodMatch. This is a very great service that matches podcasters with possible guests. I have been using it for 6 months now and the results are stunning as I was able to host prestigious guests on the show. If you are a podcaster looking for a quality guest, or if you want to appear on a Podcast show look no further.

Episodes Recap:

This week, we had 5 interviews on different topics. Let us review what was on the air:

At the beginning of the week, on episode 173:

Ever thought about how a simple microphone and your voice can turn you into a networking powerhouse? That's what we explore in our enlightening conversation with Mark Savant, a podcasting maverick whose forte lies in helping thought leaders establish their podcasts. Podcasting, as Mark elucidates, is a game-changer - a tool that's not just expanding the horizons of mainstream media but also challenging the dominance of social media's blink-and-miss content style. For anyone with a compelling narrative, podcasting is a platform that favors the bold, the authentic, and those willing to go beyond the traditional 15-second soundbite.

On this riveting episode, we are joined by Chris Davidson, an IT veteran with decades of experience. Listen in as we journey through the evolution of business and technology, starting from the era of mainframe computers to our present age. We discuss the pendulum swing of computing; from being complex and expensive, to becoming cheap and easy, and back to complexity. Engage with us as we explore the transformation of technology from a supporting role to becoming operationally vital to businesses, and how customers now interact with company’s technology daily.

Imagine fine-tuning your startup pitch to not only resonate with investors but to leave them eager for more. How would it feel to have a strategic framework for building a brand that stands out in a crowded marketplace? This episode brings you an insightful conversation with Michael Doyle, the CEO of Brand Iron and Brand Champion. Drawing from his rich background in consulting, marketing, and fundraising for startups, he unpacks the makings of a winning pitch deck, emphasizing the importance of a clear value proposition and a compelling story.

Join me as I sit down with Andrew Bolis, a business growth consultant, who's been making waves in the world of marketing. Drawing from his rich tech background and immense experience as a marketing manager, Andrew Bolis brings to the table a treasure trove of strategies to bolster businesses. We take a deep dive into his expertise, including cold email outreach, personal branding, and partner marketing, and discuss how these can effectively drive growth and bring in inbound leads.

Prepare to be inspired by Girish Bali, a seasoned technologist, podcaster, and a top 10 best Asian host nominee. We explore the fascinating intersection of technology and podcasting and delve into Girish's intriguing journey through the cloud industry. With over three decades of experience, he shares how he created the Back to Basics mode podcast, a platform that simplifies complex issues through engaging conversations with a range of guests.

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Best, Mehmet