Startup Therapy
Episodes
Work From Home
02 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is remote work bullshit? In today's episode of the Startup Therapy podcast were going to talk about when and how remote work & work-from-home poli...
My Company is Worth Millions...Why Am I Broke?
26 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Does the idea of building a business worth millions that leaves you, as the Founder, broke seem unfair? On today's episode of the Startup Therapy podc...
Should I Pay People With Equity?
19 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Paying people with equity is a time-honored tradition in cash-starved startup land, however, have you ever stopped to consider the real cost? In today...
When Should Someone Else Run My Company?
12 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On today's Startup Therapy podcast we're going to discuss why superior managerial skills don't necessarily trump a Founder's passion and knowledge as ...
The Cost of Toxic Employees
05 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the value of having a star player on our team or an amazing co-Founder, but what about the opposite? On today's episode of the Startup The...
An Exit Plan
29 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As Founders, we're all familiar with the concept of an exit plan. In today's Startup Therapy podcast we discuss what you actually CAN plan for, what...
How Much Should I Be Working?
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you asked yourself - "How much should I actually be working?" Probably never because the answer is obvious, 24/7 right? In toda...
Should I Regret Not Raising Capital?
15 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever asked yourself, do I need to raise capital to be successful? In today's episode of Startup Therapy, we'll talk about you why probably do...
Burnt. Out.
08 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How are you feeling today? Chances are, as a Founder - some version of tired, worn out, mentally foggy, or stressed part of the answer. Today, we're g...
Steve Blank - When Startups Shed Their Skin
05 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's bonus episode, we talk to Steve Blank - the godfather of Silicon ValleyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSign u...
Am I a Fraud?
01 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As a Founder, when was the last time you felt like you had no idea what you were doing? Today we talk about why feeling like a fraud is actually a ver...
Work Life Balance
24 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Stay longer. Work harder. Sleep less...as startup Founders we've all gone through periods where this felt necessary. Today we'll talk about what you c...
Preparing Your Spouse For a Startup
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As a Founder, you've likely spent years in the build-up to actually starting your company, but how much time did you dedicate to preparing your spouse...
Equity Doesn't Mean Equal
10 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
50-50, even-Steven, when splitting equity equal is best, right? Today on the Startup Therapy podcast we discuss why cutting things right down the midd...
How to Shut Down Gracefully
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it everyone talks about starting companies, but nobody ever tells us how to shut them down? Today on the Startup Therapy podcast we'll cover ho...
Growth Isn't Always Good
27 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you growth doesn't always make a startup better? Today on the Startup Therapy podcast we're going to talk about why the focus should be...
Your Advisors are Probably Wrong
20 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What if the advice you're getting from the smartest people you know...is wrong?Today on the Startup Therapy Podcast we'll discuss how to seek advice, ...
How I Harness My Startup Anxiety
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Does your startup produce more anxiety than revenue? Does your morning routine consist of running down an endless list of worries? Do you lie awake at...
How Much to Pay Yourself
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As a Founder, should your startup's salary be on par with whatever you were making at your last job? Or should you tough it out and not get paid at al...
When to Raise Funds
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions among Founders is - Do I have to raise money for my startup?What that question generally means is: "Can you tell me h...
Startups Don't Go Bankrupt, Founders Do
22 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could be completely broke, on the verge of bankruptcy at home, while still running a thriving business?Sign up for the Startups Newsletter...
Life After a Startup Exit Ain't All Rosy
15 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There are endless stories about Founders cashing out on their startups - but what happens to those Founders after the exit? Are they happier for it?...
$250k is a Life-Changing Exit
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When we think about "startup exits" we think about "millions and billions". But how life-changing could an exit of as "little" as $250,000 be? A l...
Your Degree Means Nothing Here
01 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A true startup is a meritocracy where big degrees and titles shouldn't determine how capable your team is or how fast each person can grow. We talk ...
When to Fold the Tents
18 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you find yourself focusing more on not losing than winning then it could be time to fold the tents and pack up camp, but when should you make that ...
Optimizing Your Startup for Happiness
16 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What if instead of focusing our startup around our product or revenue - we started optimizing for our own happiness? What if our work hours gave us ...
A $1 Million Business is a Home Run
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In the age of "unicorn valuations" and giant funding rounds, the world has lost sight of how valuable a startup can be with even a million dollars of ...
Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Startups
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us play a horrible game of comparison, whereby we compare ourselves to other Founders, other startups, and if we're (un)lucky, the press and s...
The Emotional Cost of Being a Startup Founder
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
No one talks about the intense emotional cost of being a startup Founder (so of course we do!) From missing time with your loved ones to putting all...
The Problem with Working on Multiple Ideas at Once
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Wil and Ryan debunk the myth that startup Founders can work on multiple ideas at once and just pick the best one to run with. We unpack the issues t...