
Most founders are stuck in the pain cave - and no one can tell them why. This podcast is for founders who want to understand why some startups take off and other's don't. - With Rob Snyder (3x founder, Harvard Innovation Lab fellow, ex-HBS and McKinsey). - Practical insights to help founders escape the pain cave and build profitable businesses. PMF newsletter: howtogrow.substack.com Work w... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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A frequent critique Rob hears of "Sell then build" is that it's fine for a 'lifestyle business' but can't possibly result in a unicorn or generational company. ...Right?
So Rob dug into the histories of some of the leading tech (Microsoft, Oracle, ... more
Rob discusses the evolution of sales calls from the first version (often awkward, typically clunky and uncomfortable for the prospect, and not effective) to the various iterations he sees with each step improving incrementally.
The discovery sharpe... more
A lot of the advice around "understanding / empathizing with customers" or "being customer centric" advises interviews or maybe even visiting customers. But it doesn't go far enough. Rob discusses why "forward deploying" is critical - and not just vi... more
Among the hardest parts of early sales calls is figuring out what isn't working - "Do I have PMF but I'm screwing up the sale, or do I just not have PMF yet?" Rob breaks down how he diagnoses what is going on in a sales call, and how founders can app... more
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Deeply relevant and valuable advice for startups from two guys who don’t mince words. A blast of fresh air in a noisy world, I’ve been recommending this show all over the place. For the first time in my life I heard someone describe *exactly* why I find so much of sales cringy as a founder, and why I’ve avoided it… they nailed it, cracked it open, I saw light, and broke the dam, hallelujah!
For instance “Buyer pull vs. seller push” is not just business wisdom—it’s an essential life lesson. This podcast nails it in an easy to digest style
Have followed Rob’s writing for some time and like having this podcast to go deeper into some of the concepts. Cult of demand 💯
Rob Snyder’s advice is tough, to the point and cuts through the myths pedaled to start ups.
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Focused on the challenges faced by startup founders, this media source explores the critical factors that determine the success or failure of new ventures. Key topics include understanding customer demands, refining sales techniques, and strategies for achieving Product-Market Fit (PMF). By leveraging personal anecdotes and practical insights, the discussions aim to illuminate common pitfalls and present actionable frameworks that entrepreneurs can apply to improve their chances of success. This unique blend of deep analysis and relatable storytelling positions the content as a valuable resource for anyone navigating the startup landscape.
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