Prodcircle with Mudassir Mustafa

Mudassir Mustafa
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Prodcircle with Mudassir Mustafa

Each week, I invite entrepreneurs, venture capitalists & industry professionals to share their experiences and insights on the journey to building a successful startup.I try to explore the human side of the business, their successes, failures, stories, we talk about latest trends, and dive deep into whatever is going on in the startup world. 

  1. 26 JUN

    Raising Only What You Need: Avoiding the Valuation Game with Mark McNally of Nobody Studios

    This podcast, titled "Raising Only What You Need: Avoiding the Valuation Game with Mark McNally of Nobody Studios," features Mark S. McNally, founder of Nobody Studios. McNally shares his entrepreneurial journey and the importance of having the right team, execution, and a clear vision for success. He discusses the evolving role of founders and CEOs, emphasizing passion and skillset over experience. Company culture is highlighted as crucial, and establishing it early is recommended.The V...

    58 min

  2. 19 JUN

    Understanding Venture Debt and its Role in Financing with Denis Mosolov of Flashpoint Ventures

    SummaryWelcome to the podcast! In this episode, Denis a venture debt investor at Flashpoint, shares insights on venture debt and the qualities he looks for in founders. Venture debt exists as a form of capital that is lower risk than equity and becomes available to companies at a certain level of maturity.Denis discusses various aspects of venture growth debt in this conversation and shares insights into the venture capital industry. He explains the dividend yield and DPI of funds, the manage...

    50 min

  3. 12 JUN

    How i sold my company for $25 MILLION with sharon gillenwater | Startup Guidance

    SummaryWelcome to the podcast! In this episode, we dive into Sharon Grewal's entrepreneurial journey and her path to startup success. Sharon shares her early influences, including her admiration for her working mother, and how her background in journalism led to a successful transition into the startup world. She discusses the advantages and challenges of corporate hiring and startup growth, offering valuable insights and lessons for new entrepreneurs.Sharon highlights the rise of entrepreneu...

    1 hr

  4. 5 JUN

    Y Combinator companies arent attractive to other VCs with Anton Fedorov of Flashpoint VC

    SummaryAnton, a laser physicist turned VC, shares his journey from studying physics to working in finance and trading stocks and bonds.This podcast episode with Anton Fedorov of Flashpoint VC is a goldmine of insights for first-time founders, from the challenges of launching a fund to the qualities he looks for in founders. Anton also discusses the risks and challenges of down rounds and messy cap tables. He highlights the significance of data-driven decision-making and the need for transpare...

    1h 1m

  5. 29 MAY

    How to Raise from a16z and Sequoia Capital? with Wes Kao (Founder of Maven & altMBA)

    SummaryIn this episode of our podcast, "How to Raise from a16z and Sequoia Capital? with Wes Kao (Founder of Maven & altMBA)," we dive deep into the world of startups, education, and personal branding with our guest Wes Kao, a renowned founder and entrepreneur. We also explore the topics of leadership, entrepreneurship, and fundraising. Wes emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and leveraging one's strengths when starting a company. She also highlights the value of credibility indic...

    57 min

  6. 22 MAY

    Learn How to scale $100 million ARR SaaS? | Startup Business Podcast

    SummaryIn this Startup Business Podcast, learn how to scale a $100 million ARR SaaS company using strategies like founder-led sales and b2b vs b2c saas models. Expert insights from leaders in the industry!This podcast episode also dives a packed with valuable insights for founders starting their entrepreneurial journey. Mudassir sits down with Kevin Van Gundy, a seasoned tech industry veteran with experience at Neo4j, Trey, and Vercel. Uncover strategies for crafting winning pricing models. U...

    1h 19m

  7. 15 MAY

    How to start a b2b SaaS Company in 2024

    SummaryHow Much Money You Should Actually Raise? Playfair Venture Capital FundEver wondered how much money your startup should actually aim to raise? This episode spills the tea on venture capital fundraising. We'll chat with an investor about the rollercoaster founders go on, from getting funded to dealing with tough situations. You'll learn how investors pick which startups to back, how to build a strong relationship with them, and how to avoid common fundraising mistakes. Basically, this e...

    1h 15m

  8. 8 MAY

    The real reasons behind Airtable's success

    SummaryDiscover the real reasons behind Airtable's success in this podcast episode! From their innovative pitch deck to their unique distribution strategy, learn how Airtable became a venture capital sensation.Early-stage founders, this podcast decodes the secrets to startup success! Learn from a VC investor's journey, craft a winning go-to-market strategy, and discover the power of distribution innovation. We'll guide you through pre-seed funding, pitch deck mastery, and the VC ecosystem. Pl...

    1h 12m
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About

Each week, I invite entrepreneurs, venture capitalists & industry professionals to share their experiences and insights on the journey to building a successful startup.I try to explore the human side of the business, their successes, failures, stories, we talk about latest trends, and dive deep into whatever is going on in the startup world. 

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  • Creator
    Mudassir Mustafa
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Prodcircle with Mudassir Mustafa
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