#22 If You're Not Solving Your Customers' Biggest Problem, What Are You Even Doing? | Jonathan Chizick

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In this episode, I’m joined by Jonathan Chizick, CEO & Co-founder at SmartPath. A seasoned entrepreneur, marketer, and startup advisor with a track record of scaling high-growth companies and securing transformative partnerships. We discuss: ‍ The challenges of homeschooling and why 6 million+ kids in the U.S. represent a growing market. How AI simplifies things for parents. Lessons from Jonathan’s startup journey Jonathan also shares stories from his entrepreneurial past, including navigating U.S. expansion for international startups, partnering with incumbents like Concur, and scaling AppZen from 5 to 50+ employees while securing partnerships with global leaders. This episode is packed with actionable insights for founders tackling underserved markets, scaling early-stage ventures, and leveraging AI to create meaningful impact. P.S. If you enjoyed this conversation, share it with your network! Subscribe for more episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform. Links: Checkout SmartPath at If you're interested in quirky startup merch for your team checkout