• Travis Johanson

  • 2016/08/23
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  • About Travis

    Travis Johanson is a powerhouse in the food-tech industry and founder of FoodJunky, which was acquired by delivery.com. Travis is a 3x Ironman, nationally ranked triathlete, and visionary entrepreneur who’s scaled businesses to hundreds of millions. He’s also a prolific inventor, holding multiple patents with Campbell’s Soup. Get ready for a conversation with a true innovator and endurance athlete!


    Episode Summary

    In this engaging conversation, Travis shares his unique entrepreneurial journey, reflecting on his childhood, college experiences, and the inception of his business, Food Junkie (a predecessor to DoorDash). He discusses the challenges faced in the startup world, the importance of perseverance, and the lessons learned along the way. The dialogue also touches on personal growth, daily rituals that enhance productivity, and recommendations for books, documentaries, and food experiences.


    Takeaways

    • The entrepreneurial journey is uniquely personal yet inspired by others.
    • Starting a business while in college can provide invaluable experience.
    • Market research is crucial before launching a business.
    • Building relationships is key to successful sales.
    • Don't be afraid of rejection; it's part of the process.
    • Daily rituals can significantly enhance productivity.
    • Understanding statistics is essential for informed decision-making.
    • Personal growth often comes from pushing physical limits.
    • It's important to have a clear business model from the start.
    • Networking and being approachable can open many doors.


    Chapters

    • 09:11 University Experience and Life Lessons
    • 17:54 Transition to Entrepreneurship
    • 27:32 Pursuing Personal Challenges and Growth
    • 30:30 Pushing Limits: The Journey of Endurance Sports
    • 33:13 Navigating New Regulations: Impact on Startups
    • 37:19 Morning Rituals: Setting the Tone for the Day
    • 43:53 Evening Wind Down: Rituals Before Sleep


    Recommendations

    • Book: Lean Startup and Getting to Yes
    • Documentary: The Imitation Game
    • Music: Sail Away by David Gray and Seven Years by Lukas Graham
    • App: FullContact
    • Travel: Dubai
    • Food: Crack Brownie at Atwater Brewery
    • YouTube Video: Minute Physics


    From Travis to You

    • Food Junkie
    • @thefoodjunky


    (Intro and Outro guitar riffs courtesy of my dear friend, Kevin Vitale)

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About Travis

Travis Johanson is a powerhouse in the food-tech industry and founder of FoodJunky, which was acquired by delivery.com. Travis is a 3x Ironman, nationally ranked triathlete, and visionary entrepreneur who’s scaled businesses to hundreds of millions. He’s also a prolific inventor, holding multiple patents with Campbell’s Soup. Get ready for a conversation with a true innovator and endurance athlete!


Episode Summary

In this engaging conversation, Travis shares his unique entrepreneurial journey, reflecting on his childhood, college experiences, and the inception of his business, Food Junkie (a predecessor to DoorDash). He discusses the challenges faced in the startup world, the importance of perseverance, and the lessons learned along the way. The dialogue also touches on personal growth, daily rituals that enhance productivity, and recommendations for books, documentaries, and food experiences.


Takeaways

  • The entrepreneurial journey is uniquely personal yet inspired by others.
  • Starting a business while in college can provide invaluable experience.
  • Market research is crucial before launching a business.
  • Building relationships is key to successful sales.
  • Don't be afraid of rejection; it's part of the process.
  • Daily rituals can significantly enhance productivity.
  • Understanding statistics is essential for informed decision-making.
  • Personal growth often comes from pushing physical limits.
  • It's important to have a clear business model from the start.
  • Networking and being approachable can open many doors.


Chapters

  • 09:11 University Experience and Life Lessons
  • 17:54 Transition to Entrepreneurship
  • 27:32 Pursuing Personal Challenges and Growth
  • 30:30 Pushing Limits: The Journey of Endurance Sports
  • 33:13 Navigating New Regulations: Impact on Startups
  • 37:19 Morning Rituals: Setting the Tone for the Day
  • 43:53 Evening Wind Down: Rituals Before Sleep


Recommendations

  • Book: Lean Startup and Getting to Yes
  • Documentary: The Imitation Game
  • Music: Sail Away by David Gray and Seven Years by Lukas Graham
  • App: FullContact
  • Travel: Dubai
  • Food: Crack Brownie at Atwater Brewery
  • YouTube Video: Minute Physics


From Travis to You

  • Food Junkie
  • @thefoodjunky


(Intro and Outro guitar riffs courtesy of my dear friend, Kevin Vitale)

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