Founder Problems Podcast
Founder Problems Podcast
Podcast Description
Unscripted, anti-hustle conversations with real founders working through real problems. Behind closed doors, founders aren’t talking about the highlight reels. Listen in as we help each other–and you–navigate the ups and downs of life as a business owner, whether you’re on your 1st startup or your 15th.
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The podcast explores various themes related to the entrepreneurship journey, including personal struggles with mental health, decision-making processes for quitting, and different annual planning methods. Episodes feature discussions like those on knowing when to quit based on business cycles, balancing mental health alongside professional demands, and unique approaches to annual planning such as tarot cards and operational methods.
Unscripted, anti-hustle conversations with real founders working through real problems. Behind closed doors, founders aren’t talking about the highlight reels. Listen in as we help each other–and you–navigate the ups and downs of life as a business owner, whether you’re on your 1st startup or your 15th.
In this episode of Founder Problems, hosts Zach Oshinbanjo, Lee Zuvanich, and Sarah Schumacher discuss the challenging decision of whether to shut down or pivot a business. Zach shares a recent realization, and they all reflect on their personal startup experiences, emphasizing the significance of community support, understanding opportunity costs, the role of luck, and maintaining a balance between perseverance and practicality. Zach offers advice on the logistical aspects of closing a business, offering insights on how to move forward effectively.
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to Founder Problems
00:12 Meet the Hosts
00:51 Season Two Kickoff
01:19 The Reality of Failure
02:28 Balancing Multiple Ventures
03:28 The Importance of Adaptability
05:55 Economic Challenges and Business Longevity
07:15 The Role of Investors
17:38 The Value of Community Support
18:58 Opportunity Cost and Decision Making
23:01 Recognizing When to Pivot
25:10 Navigating Career Pivots
25:46 The Myth of Overnight Success
26:14 Quitting vs. Starting Anew
28:14 The Emotional Toll of Shutting Down
30:55 Learning from Failure
36:40 The Importance of Proper Closure
38:58 Embracing New Beginnings
40:15 Reflecting on the Journey
43:21 Celebrating Endings and New Starts
Mentioned in this Episode:
- 36 Hours of Pain
- Pipeline Entrepreneurs
- Boddle Learning on Startland News
- Betty Rae’s Ice Cream in Kansas City
- Shatto Milk Company in Kansas City
Founder Problems is a podcast by and for real-world, fed-up founders. Three entrepreneurs in the messy middle share hot takes, actionable steps, and resources to navigate the challenges of running a business—no promises of 10x growth or swooning investors. Every founder’s journey is different, so take what works and make it your own.
Learn more at founderproblems.com.
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