What do Amazon, Emma Grede, and Spotify have in common?They all mastered the art of knowing their customer, selling without shouting, and testing their way to the top. In this episode, Litha breaks down how sales isn't just a department, it's the engine behind every thriving brand (personal and business). From Emma Grede’s community-led empire to Spotify’s data-driven intuition and Amazon’s Day 1 mindset, this conversation is a must-listen for founders, creatives, and anyone who wants to move ideas forward.Follow:Instagram: @lithamaqungo & @futuresomebodycoTikTok: @lithamaqungoLinkedIn: Litha Maqungo & Future SomebodyEmail hello@futuresomebodyco to be featured on the next episode!
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Ep 1 - SOLO: The Smoothie Blitz
What do smoothies, Silicon Valley, and African ambition have in common?In this episode Litha blends together a story of rapid growth, opportunity spotting, and unapologetic momentum. We break down the journey of The Bomb Co, explore how StartEngine is letting founders raise capital from their community (instead of the old boys club), and introduce the idea of Blitzscaling, a strategy coined by Reid Hoffman and Chris Yeh.Whether you’re bootstrapping a beauty brand in Joburg or building fintech in Nairobi, this episode is your invitation to think bigger, act faster, “blitz" your way to success.Featured: The Bomb Co – https://www.thebombco.comStartEngine – https://www.startengine.comBlitzscaling by Reid Hoffman & Chris Yeh - https://www.blitzscaling.comFollow:Instagram: @lithamaqungo & @futuresomebodycoTikTok: @lithamaqungo LinkedIn: Litha Maqungo & Future SomebodyEmail hello@futuresomebodyco to be featured on the next episode!
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Introducing The Future Somebody Podcast
Welcome to The Future Somebody Podcast, where founders, creatives, and change-makers get real about building bold careers, brands, and legacies. Your next chapter starts here. Hosted by Litha Maqungo, listen wherever you find your podcasts from 23/4!
A podcast for founders, creatives, and future-shapers building bold things in tech, startups, and creative business. Hosted by Litha Maqungo, it blends solo insights and deep-dive conversations with the people redefining how we work, create, and lead. Expect smart takes, honest lessons, and strategy you can actually use.
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