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How do the Sharks on Shark Tank evaluate deals? What tactic does this NY Times Best Selling author swear by? Who’s behind the social media accounts of today’s hottest celebs? How did this entrepreneur start 3 companies in 1 year and break the million-dollar revenue mark in all three!? Drop into Coffee With Kim – a live-broadcast podcast where host Kim Kaupe brings you along to her coffee meetings with successful CEOs, celebrities & influential individuals. Pull up a chair as you meet these cutting-edge individuals, copy their homework & use it in your everyday life. (Why do the homework when someone else has already done it?!) Want to interact with these impossible-to-access individuals? Join us LIVE on Wednesdays at 1pm EST on LinkedIn. Get involved in the conversation during the live-streamed interviews covering everything from business and entrepreneurship to career and mindset. There’s always a seat at the table waiting for you!

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June 12, 202652 min

How To Lead Using AI With Cheryl Strauss Einhorn

🎧Timestamps: 04:49 The human edge and understanding how we make choices 12:58 Integrating human qualities in a tech-driven world 16:00 Treating AI as a conversation partner, not a replacement 20:32 Enhancing presence and memory with handwritten notes 25:03 Recognizing biases in AI and human judgment 29:20 Balancing speed, curiosity, and creativity 35:28 Practicing confrontation and role-playing with AI 40:08 Cautions around AI's potential to manipulate attention 49:16 Resources for ongoing learning and staying current with AI 🔗Links: Cheryl‘s new book: The Human Edge 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Become an AI-Powered Manager With Ashley Herd 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

June 5, 202657 min

Mini-Workshop: Creating Content On LinkedIn

🎧Timestamps: 05:10 Navigating LinkedIn's Changes 13:50 Best Practices for Posting 16:27 Quality Over Quantity in Content 22:29 Engagement Strategies and Trends 25:10 The Future of LinkedIn Content 33:07 Engagement Beyond Posting 42:02 Creating Value in Your Posts 44:06 Leveraging LinkedIn News for Content Ideas Links: Study on the Best times to post on LinkedIn in 2026 30 content ideas My course on LinkedIn Learning: Monetizing Content Creation Newsletters: Stronger - Tatiana Kolovou Quick Confidence - Selena Rezvani The Power Position - Melody Wilding Kim’s Suggestions: Jessica Chen Terry Rice Vanessa Van Edwards Jason Feifer Dean Karrel Codie Sanchez CWK Crew Suggestions: Gary Vaynerchuk Laura Gassner Ottings 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Elevating Your Professional Presence With Lorraine Lee 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

May 22, 202659 min

AMA: Ask Me Anything

🎧Timestamps: 05:08 Reading Recommendations and Tips 11:02 Exploring Audiobooks and Alternatives 22:24 Innovative Travel Solutions 28:16 Streamlining Travel with AI 37:54 Optimizing Loyalty Programs 43:01 Exploring New AI Tools 47:05 Quality Over Quantity in Content Creation Links: Arthur C Brooks - The Meaning Of Your Life The Obstacle is the way - Ryan Holiday Joyosity - Jenn Whitmer Steve Jobs - Walter Isaacson Benjamin Franklin - Walter Isaacson Project Hail Mary - Andy Weir The Correspondent - Virginia Evans Proof of Heaven - Eben Alexander Crush it! - Gary Vaynerchuk Is This Anything? - Jerry Seinfield The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Sea of Tranquility - Emily St John Mandel Billy Summers - Stephen King Websites: bookshop.org Apps: Libby - for reading using your library card Miso.com - to help with travel it’s in beta right now so shoot me a message if you’re interested! Seek by iNaturalist- for identifying plants Nano Banana - for creating AI images Replit - for building websites, apps, slides and more Google Flow - for creating AI videos Giggs - for helping professionals find jobs or hire in the live event space Notebook LM - for research Podcast: The Midlife Chrysalis Articles: Linkedin is Fighting Back Against AI Slop and AI Comments 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Tips For Avoiding Burnout 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

May 1, 20261 hr 2 min

Raising Capital 101: How To Fund a Business Idea with Charlie O’Donnell

🎧 Timestamps: 08:59 The Challenges of Writing a Book 13:27 Common Mistakes in Fundraising 19:03 The Importance of Clarity in Pitches 27:12 Understanding Pain Points in Business 29:10 The Pressure of the Pitch 33:18 Building Relationships with Investors 38:23 Understanding Rejection 45:46 The Impact of AI on Fundraising 53:10 Embracing Technical Savvy in Entrepreneurship Links: Book - Founder Unfriendly: What Investors Won't Tell You About Getting Funded AI Tools: Founder Unfriendly: The AI Fundraising Coach and Toolkit Apps: Lovable Replit Notebook LM 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Finding Financial Freedom With Codie Sanchez 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

April 24, 202656 min

How To Lead Better With India Gary-Martin

🎧 Timestamps: 08:31 Decision-Making in Leadership 13:05 Cultural Nuances in Leadership 19:19 AI and Human Decision-Making 23:44 The Importance of Organizational Culture 26:50 Nature vs. Nurture in Leadership 30:23 The Importance of Rest and Wellness 38:03 Overcoming Intimidation in Leadership 48:26 Continuous Learning and Personal Development Links: Nano Tips for Inclusive Leadership Nano Tips for Empathetic Leadership Books: Kimberly Crenshaw - Backtalker Ryan Holiday - The Obstacle Is The Way Jenn Whitmer - Joyosity 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Leadership Tips With Brandon Smith 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

April 17, 202654 min

Improve Your People Skills With Carolyn Goerner

🎧 Timestamps: 06:03 The Intersection of AI and Human Experience 14:56 Navigating Difficult Conversations 19:02 Practicing Communication Skills 26:25 Leveraging AI for Emotional Intelligence Training 30:57 Navigating Feedback as a Perfectionist 35:24 Understanding Healthy Boundaries vs. Avoidance 40:15 Motivating Change and Overcoming Fear 45:41 Homework Assignment: Creating a Personalized Negotiation Coach 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Tips For Building Your Relationship With AI 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

April 10, 202645 min

Stop Waiting, Start Doing: Closing the Courage Gap With Margie Warrell

🎧Timestamps: 06:02 The Importance of Courage in Conversations 12:44 Tactics for Brave Conversations 15:48 Practicing Safe Risks 18:43 Navigating Career Changes 20:35 Mapping Fears to Overcome Paralysis 25:15 Building Trust in Difficult Work Cultures 28:26 Being the Change You Wish to See 36:06 The Power of Saying No Links: https://margiewarrell.com/thecouragegap/ 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Quick Confidence With Selena Rezvani 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

April 3, 202655 min

Mini-Workshop: Leading With Influence

Timestamps: 06:01 Understanding Leadership Styles 12:43 The Power of Influential Leadership 16:55 Becoming an Influential Leader 24:44 Thinking Like an Owner 26:32 Engaging Introverts in Conversations 33:11 Balancing Show and Tell 41:55 Transparency with Your Boss 45:07 Solving Client Headaches: The Value Proposition Links: Kim’s LinkedIn Course - Nano Tips for Leading With Influence Bookshop.org Simon Sinek - Leaders Eat Last 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: Listening & Leadership With Stephen Shedletzky 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.

March 27, 202657 min

AMA: Best Business Tools

🎧 Timestamps: 6:44 AI Tools Kim’s Willing To Pay Pro For 16:26 Innovative Platforms: Replit and Beyond 22:18 Essential Tools for Business Success 29:59 The Balance of AI in Writing 34:31 Life Lessons and Advice to My Teenage Self 36:07 Adapting Tech Stacks for Business Growth 42:10 Curiosity as a Key Trait in Leaders 44:54 The Impact of AI on Job Markets 48:57 Email Management Solutions Links: ChatGPT Claude Perplexity Replit - Build apps and sites Notion Quickbooks Superhuman Wisperflow (voice to text) - The AI tool Kim cannot live without Gemini Copilot Books: The E Myth The Cheklist Manifesto

March 13, 202658 min

Leverage AI at Work with Ian Barkin

🎧 Timestamps: 06:21 From Chatbots to Agents: Understanding AI 11:19 The Roles That Still Matter in an AI World 17:49 Are Your Workflows Ready for AI? 24:21 Frameworks for Learning AI 31:48 Using AI in product management 40:25 Going Deeper with AI Tools 49:55 Treating AI Like an Intern Links: Replit -https://replit.com/ Claude - https://claude.ai/onboarding Tom Davenport Substack - https://substack.com/@tomdavenport2 💬 Liked this episode? You’ll also love: AI For Business 📬 Want the full list of resources + recaps from today? Sign up at CopyMyHomework.com for notes, links, and recommendations. 📸 Snap a screenshot, tag me on Instagram or LinkedIn @kimkaupe—I love hearing what stuck with you! And if this helped? Leave a review or follow the show—it means the world.