The What Problem Are You Solving? Podcast helps you discover what problem you are solving and helps you turn that into What PAYS. We're two Lean Startup coaches that have a passion for quickly delivering value before you spend too much!

What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS)
Claim This Podcastby Jon T. Ruark, Ty Smith, and Adam Berk
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The What Problem Are You Solving? Podcast helps you discover what problem you are solving and helps you turn that into What PAYS. We're two Lean Startup coaches that have a passion for quickly delivering value before you spend too much!
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1/30/2019
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Recent Episodes

July 22, 2025
The Power of the Pivot
<p data-start="1484" data-end="1602">Startups donโt fail because they make mistakesโthey fail because they refuse (or delay) the crucial decision to pivot.</p> <p data-start="1604" data-end="1911">This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we break down the concept of <strong data-start="1691" data-end="1703">pivoting</strong>โwhen to do it, why it matters, and how to do it right. From famous pivots that shaped billion-dollar companies to practical tips for recognizing when itโs your turn, we'll uncover the true power of pivoting.</p> <p data-start="1913" data-end="2180">๐ What exactly is a pivot, and why is it misunderstood?<br data-start="1969" data-end="1972" /> ๐ Signals that itโs time to pivot (and when to keep pushing forward)<br data-start="2041" data-end="2044" /> ๐ Step-by-step: How to pivot effectively without losing momentum<br data-start="2109" data-end="2112" /> ๐ Lessons from legendary startup pivots (Slack, Netflix, Instagram)</p>

July 15, 2025
Complex Adaptive Systems
<p data-start="1592" data-end="1677">Complexity isn't the enemyโit's the environment in which innovation truly flourishes.</p> <p data-start="1679" data-end="1924">This week on What Problem Are You Solving? (What PAYS), we dive into <strong data-start="1750" data-end= "1784">Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS)</strong>, exploring how startups, innovation teams, and leaders can understand and leverage complexity to foster resilience, creativity, and growth.</p> <p data-start="1926" data-end="2171">๐ What exactly are complex adaptive systems?<br /> ๐ Why traditional management and linear thinking fail in complex environments<br /> ๐ How lean startup and agile practices naturally align with complexity<br /> ๐ Real-world examples of thriving in complexity</p>

July 8, 2025
What PAYS: The Retrospective
The hosts review the past year and strategize improvements for the podcast, focusing on problem-solving and financial gains.
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