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Episode 114
Ep. 114 What do Weird Barbie and Prince have to do with building a business that actually feels aligned? Everything.
In this week’s episode of High Vibe Table Talks, Merchon Hargrave uncovers why the…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Google vs. Basecamp: Designing Work Around Your Life
Episode 113
Ep. 113 What kind of business are you really building—one that keeps you “on” 24/7 like Google’s campus culture… or one that gives you space to recharge, like Basecamp’s calm and balanced approach?
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Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
AI Automation Tools Your Business Needs in 2025 | Will Christensen
Season 7 Episode 79
Ep.79 🎙️ Struggling to juggle everything as a solopreneur? Automation might be the game-changer you need. In this episode of High Vibe Table Talks, Merchon Hargrave sits down with Will Christensen, c…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
The Stanley: How a Century-Old Brand Became a Status Symbol
Episode 112
Ep. 112 Stanley doesn't just sell water bottles—they sell a lifestyle. And in doing so, they turned a century-old thermos into a $50 status symbol. The question is… how can YOU do the same for your …
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Brand Like a Band-Aid: Become Synonymous with What You Sell
Episode 111
Ep. 111 What do Google, Chapstick, and Band-Aid have in common—and what can they teach you about building a business that becomes the default solution? If your brand is doing too much, this episode w…
Published on 3 months ago
Why We Love Wegmans (store + business model)
Season 10 Episode 110
Ep. 110 Ever wonder how a grocery store becomes a cultural icon and customer favorite for over 100 years—without racing to expand or slashing prices? This week, Merchon dives into the Wegmans way and…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
When Beer Was Banned: How Anheuser Busch Adapted and Won
Episode 109
Ep. 109 What if your main product became illegal overnight? Would your business collapse—or thrive? In this installment of the Power Moves series, Merchon Hargrave unpacks the surprising business st…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Driving Demand: From Michelin Tires to Stars
Season 8 Episode 108
Ep. 108 🚗🍽️ What do tires and fine dining have in common? Tap in to hear the brilliant — and unexpected — strategy behind the Michelin Guide. Originally designed to boost tire sales, this clever move…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
The Rise and Fall of WeWork: Lessons in Growth, Ego, and Sustainability
Episode 107
What started as a revolutionary coworking concept turned into a cautionary tale of unchecked growth, blurred boundaries, and financial fantasy. In this episode Merchon breaks down the meteoric rise—a…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
How Target Missed the Mark in Canada
Season 8 Episode 106
Ep. 106 Think you’re ready to scale? So did Target. 🎯🇺🇸➡️🇨🇦 In this episode, Merchon unpacks the retail giant’s disastrous expansion into Canada and massive boycott in United States, drawing a clear …
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago