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Dec. 12, 2023

Don’t just optimize for runway, optimize for an investable outcome!

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Dec. 11, 2023

Startup fundraising is NOT over until the money is in your bank...

Yaniv explains why startup fundraising isn't over until the money is in your bank. 💼 Extended Fundraising Process: Emphasize that the fundraising process extends beyond obtaining a signed term sheet and often involves a significant lag before the money is securely in the bank. 📅 Early Planning for Lag Periods:…

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Dec. 11, 2023

Minimize the team size to MAXIMIZE output!

Yaniv and Chris discuss why doing more with less does not just mean reducing number of staff! #productivity #team #entrepreneur #startup #product #growth

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Dec. 11, 2023

Edu - Doing More With Less - Critical Tactics For Capital Efficencies

This episode is the MOST IMPORTANT podcast episode you will listen to in December. Contrary to popular opinion, saving money DOES NOT mean sacrificing progress. Planning your attack for 2024? Chris and Yaniv are here to dispel the myths and strategise for maximum output while minimizing costs in the latest…

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Dec. 10, 2023

You CANNOT outsource your startup and expect results!

Chris explains the perils of outsourcing your startup to agencies to do your dirty work including: 🔄 Overreaching Demands from Investors: Discuss the cautionary tale of an investor demanding 51% ownership of a startup while promising to handle all aspects of marketing, selling, and developing the product, emphasizing the potential…

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Dec. 10, 2023

Are EV subsidies a waste of money and time?

Are electric vehicles a waste of money and time? Emil and Yaniv debate in the latest episode of The Startup Podcast. #entrepreneur #startup #tesla #technology #electric #electricvehicle #debate #product #growth #climatechange

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Dec. 9, 2023

The best venture capitalists can provide outsized support to their startups

Chris discusses why having the world's greatest venture capitalists in your corner makes your startup more likely to succeed! 🌐 Impact of Top-Tier Investors: Explore the significant benefits of having top-tier investors like Sequoia, Greylock, and Benchmark on your cap table, highlighting the validation, network, and added value they bring…

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Dec. 9, 2023

Are paid social media subscriptions the end of social ads?

Yaniv discusses whether paid social media subscriptions spell the end of social media ads. What does this mean to product growth? Checkout the snippet then watch the full episode. #entrepreneur #startup #product #growth #socialmedia #socialmediamarketing #paid #subscribe #subscribetomychannel

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Dec. 8, 2023

How long does it take to raise money as a startup?

Chris discusses the importance of starting fundraising early as a startup including: ⏰ Extended Timeline of Fundraising: Highlight the prolonged duration of the fundraising process, emphasizing that it can take several months, especially for those who are unfamiliar faces in the startup landscape. 🚗 Road Show Preparation: Discuss the importance…

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Dec. 8, 2023

The solution to climate change is obvious...

Chris discusses the current limitations of green tech and why we must act now to save the planet! #entrepreneur #startup #product #growth #climatechange #green #solution

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Dec. 7, 2023

Is it ok for venture capitalists to share your secrets with your startup competitors?

Chris discusses whether it is ok for venture capitalists to share your secrets with your startup competitors including: 🌐 Unconventional Collaboration: Discuss the phenomenon of investors introducing founders to perceived competitors, encouraging collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the startup space, challenging the traditional notion of rivalry. 🔄 Differentiation in Problem Solving:…

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Dec. 7, 2023

What will happen to product-led growth if there's no more ads?

Chris and Emil discuss the future of product growth if inorganic growth is severely affected by new legislation. #entrepreneur #product #growth #technology

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Dec. 6, 2023

Watch out for investors who are cutting their nose off to spite their face!

Navigate fundraising pitfalls on The Startup Podcast! In this short clip from the recent episode, Chris and Yaniv discuss: 💸 Minimizing Investment at the Expense of Success: Highlight the risk of investors prioritizing minimal funding over setting a realistic budget for a startup's success, potentially hindering growth by providing inadequate…

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Dec. 6, 2023

Watch this if you're building a startup!

Are you just pretending to build a startup or are you actually building one? In this short excerpt from a recent The Startup Podcast episode, Chris and Yaniv discuss: 🚀 Distractions in Community Activities: Discuss the drawbacks of constant community activities that may distract founders from the core focus of…

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Dec. 6, 2023

Is Elon Musk a national treasure or commander and chief of the troll army?

Is Elon the hero or the troll? Listen to Chris and Emil discuss on the most recent episode of The Startup Podcast. #entrepreneur #startup #product #growth #troll #technology #twitter #tesla #spacex #elonmusk

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Dec. 6, 2023

Reacts: Elon Said WHAT!?! - Paid Social Networks, EVs & Climate Crisis

What did Elon say? Leading the Silicon Valley chatter this week are comments Elon Musk made during an interview with Andrew Sorkin. Emil, Chris and Yaniv break it down and the flow-on effects on paid social networks while also exploring: 🚀 Elon Unleashed: Emil, Chris and Yaniv discuss Elon Musk's…

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Dec. 5, 2023

Vet your Venture Capitalists!

Founders, vet your Venture Capitalists before receiving fundraise from them! ⚔️ Fundraising as a Weapon: Explore the unsettling possibility of investors using the fundraising process as a strategic weapon to hinder a startup's progress vis-a-vis its competitors, raising ethical concerns. 💰 Unethical Tactics in Deal Terms: Discuss the common scenario…

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Dec. 5, 2023

Set the target for your startup anyway!

Chris explains in the recent episode of The Startup Podcast why entrepreneurs should set the target anyway. Use sheer force of will and entrepreneurship and quality execution and fundraising and whatever it takes to hit the target 🎯 Outcome-Driven Modeling: Advocating for the use of models not just to predict…

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Dec. 5, 2023

What are the long term consequences of the OpenAI/ Sam Altman saga?

Chris and Yaniv discuss the long-term consequneces of the OpenAI/Sam Altman saga and impacts this will cause including: 🏛️ CEO Empowerment: Exploring the power dynamics between Sam Altman and the board, highlighting his strategic advantage as a conquering hero and the leverage he holds, including the potential to move his…

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Dec. 4, 2023

Once venture capitalists invest you are playing a different game...

🚀 Thinking in 4D: Navigating the startup journey requires a fourth-dimensional mindset. Failing to consider the long-term consequences can lead to unforeseen challenges. 🪙 Same Side of the Table: Once the investment hits your bank account, you and the investor are in it together. The relationship transforms into a shared…

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Dec. 4, 2023

Align your board and operational goals to guide success...

🔄 Daily Data Navigation: Emphasizing the need for continuous data-driven decision-making, steering away from a burdensome reporting cycle for board meetings. Navigating the business using diverse data types daily. 📊 Unified Data Dashboard: Advocating for a seamless integration between daily operational data and board reporting. The metrics on your dashboard…

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Dec. 4, 2023

Edu: VC Horror Stories - Critical Capital Catastrophes

VC fundraising. A crucial way to rapidly expand your startup. The best VC relationships will elevate your startup to another level while poor ones can make your startup lame. This week on The Startup Podcast, Chris and Yaniv venture into the shadows of fundraising as founders expose harrowing tales of…

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Dec. 4, 2023

The right board members will save your startup...

Chris, Emil and Yaniv discuss the importance of the right board members for your startup. 🛡️ Critical Board Importance: Emphasizing the pivotal role of the board, particularly in challenging times. The composition of the board becomes a crucial factor when navigating difficulties, making it essential to choose wisely in advance.…

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Dec. 3, 2023

Forget customers, partners or investors, do USERS love your product?

❤️ User-Centric Focus: Emphasizing the crucial distinction between garnering love from partners, customers, and investors versus the paramount importance of users loving your product. 🎯 Strategic Questioning: Urging founders to shift their focus from seeking approval from stakeholders to asking a fundamental question—Do users love your product? 💼 B2B Dynamics:…

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