Insights from TechCrunch’s ‘Found’ Podcast
Gleaning wisdom from nearly 100 episodes of TechCrunch’s ‘Found’ podcast, practical and philosophical advice for startup growth emerges.
Embrace Weaknesses
Rippling CEO, Parker Conrad, suggests founders lean into areas they struggle with, rather than outsourcing. They argue, this confrontation could prevent potential growth blockades.
Choosing Venture Capitalists Wisely
Not all VCs offer value. Ashley Tyrner, CEO of FarmboxRx, shares the advantage of bootstrapping over conforming to VC-driven expectations. She maintained her vision, contributing to a lucrative deal with insurance companies.
Timing is Crucial
Jordan Nathan, sea of homeware company Caraway, advises that being first-to-market isn’t essential. Entering an already established market allows for strategic, niche targeting, as demonstrated by Caraway’s success.
Immediate Market Access
Joe Wolfel, Terradepth CEO, exemplifies the benefits of early revenue streams, even in deep tech companies. While its autonomous submarines remain under development, offering associated services provides immediate income.
Additionally, Paul Hedrick, founder of Tecovas, highlights the usefulness of immediate customer feedback in quickly boosting sales.
Company-building Mindset
Beyond the product, building a company is vital. Gavin Uberti, chief of chipmaker Etched, recommends establishing employee benefits from the onset, avoids future complications. A crucial aspect of sustainable company growth is attending to employee welfare.
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