Founders Weekly Raw Startup

In this episode, hosts Courtney and Heini delve into how founders navigate sensitive political situations and discuss a notable case involving a founder sentenced to prison for defrauding investors. They explore the pivotal role of effective communication by founders and the importance of authenticity, responsibility, and due diligence in the startup landscape.

Sharon Gillenwater, co-founder and former CEO of Boardroom Insiders, joins the conversation to share her journey of building a bootstrapped startup and selling it for $25 million. 

Sharon sheds light on talent acquisition strategies, bootstrapping intricacies, and the challenges of sustaining viability while operating under bootstrap constraints.

Tune in as Heini, Courtney, and Sharon unravel the complexities of founder accountability, authentic leadership, and scaling a tech company in today's market.

Host: Heini Zachariassen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/

Co-Host: Courtney Quatrinni

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneyquattrini/

Guest: Sharon Gillenwater

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In this episode, we look at the launch of Humane AI’s AI Pin. What can we learn from the launch that failed after 5 years of work? We dissect the launch gone awry, stressing the significance of prioritizing functionality over aesthetics. As we explore the challenges of entering competitive markets

The conversation between Theis and Heini also delves deep into operating in legal gray zones, drawing parallels with Uber's market struggles and a chat about the recent $7.2 billion raise by Andreessen Horowitz. 

Tune in for a candid discussion on the nuances of startup dynamics, including the role of multiple CEOs and the trajectory of the AI industry.



Tony Fadell's Build

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Host: Heini Zachariassen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/

Co-Host: Theis Søndergaard

LinkedIn: https://dk.linkedin.com/in/theissondergaard

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In this episode, we talk tech giants bypassing copyright laws to train AI models, the challenges of innovation in large companies, and a new publicly traded fund that invests in high-profile private companies. 

This week’s guest is Morten Primdahl, co-founder of Zendesk, who shares his experience of the IPO day and the journey leading up to it. In this part of the conversation, Morten describes his experience of the Zendesk IPO and the emotions he felt during the process. He talks about the excitement of being at the New York Stock Exchange, ringing the bell, and seeing the stock start trading.

He also discusses the validation and sense of accomplishment that comes with going public. The conversation then shifts to the challenges and downsides of doing an IPO, including the pressure to meet market expectations and the potential impact on product development and customer focus. The hosts also discuss the current state of the IPO market and the importance of focusing on profitability and building a strong company

Host: Heini Zachariassen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/

Co-Host: Hassan Bazzi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/habazzi/

Guest: Morten Primdahl

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mortenprimdahl/

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In this episode of Founders Weekly, the hosts delve into Yahoo's acquisition of AI startup Artifact, examining its impact on founders. They discuss the varying struggles founders face and how financial security can affect their drive. The conversation extends to news stories covering team reactions to acquisitions, competitor shutdowns, fund misuse, and legal disputes. We are talking Canoo, Truth Social, Drizly and other startups. Emphasizing corporate governance and ethical behavior, Heini and Theis also touch upon meme stocks, Reddit's IPO, and the podcast's ongoing improvement efforts. Tune in for a concise exploration of startup acquisitions, ethical dilemmas, and the evolving founder journey.



Host: Heini Zachariassen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/



Co-Host: Theis Søndergaard

LinkedIn: https://dk.linkedin.com/in/theissondergaard



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In this episode, the hosts explore big tech's legal woes, including Apple's antitrust issues and its control over iPhone hardware. They also discuss how big tech impacts startups, highlighting their agility and courage. The positive influence of AI on startups is examined, along with investment trends in Ukrainian startups and Adam Neumann's WeWork buyback offer.

Heini and Hassan analyze the challenges facing WeWork, discussing its long-term commitments and potential for a successful reboot. They also cover Trump's SPAC and Truth Social, debunking misconceptions about financial gains. 

Challenges with the podcast are also discussed - scheduling hurdles and the importance of planning are discussed, along with the concept of the Messy Middle phase in projects. 



Host: Heini Zachariassen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/



Co-Host: Hassan Bazzi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/habazzi/



Book: The Messy Middle: Finding Your Way Through the Hardest and Most Crucial Part of Any Bold Venture by Scott Belsky

https://www.amazon.com/Messy-Middle-Finding-Through-Hardest/dp/0735218072



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In this episode of Founders Weekly, Neuralink's brain implant technology, Apple's talks with Google about AI offering, Blue Origin's race to the moon, Apple's App Store problems, and short news on IPOs, Fisker, and Saudi Arabia's AI investment. 

The hosts are joined by Aaron McDaniel, who shares his experience pitching on Shark Tank. Aaron McDaniel shares his experience on Shark Tank and the lessons he learned from the show. He discusses his decision to stay professional despite facing criticism and offers from the sharks. Aaron also talks about the editing process and the importance of understanding the power of narrative. He reflects on the impact of the show on his business and personal life. 

Host

Name: Heini Zachariassen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/

Co-Host

Name: Hassan Bazzi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/habazzi/

Guest 

Name: Aaron McDaniel

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrbiz/

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