How This First-Time Founder's Focused-Mindset Helped Him Grow From Startup To Scaleup

Summary: In this episode of Misfit’s Mindset, award winning podcast host and Founder of Brave, Caleb Parker chats with Anton Boner Cofounder of Screenloop. The conversation explores Anton's journey to starting Screenloop, his experiences through their rapid growth phase, and how their team navigated the challenges they encountered. Also discussed are Anton's insights on fundraising, his approach to maintaining a work-life balance amidst high-pressure situations, and his thoughts on future of work strategies in an increasingly remote workforce environment. The episode includes a segment from Dan Pilling of TSK, the episode's sponsor, discussing the importance of maintaining a growth mindset in rapidly changing environment.

Takeaways:

• Hiring for the Future: Anton emphasizes the importance of hiring for the future organization, not just current needs. This mindset reflects a diversity of aspiration and a future-fit state of mind.

• Fail Fast, Learn Fast: The discussion delves into the concept of failing fast and learning fast, echoing the growth mindset essential for navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

• Navigating Funding Challenges: Anton shares a bold move where Screenloop pulled funding from a potential lead investor at the last minute, highlighting the critical importance of choosing the right investors for long-term success.

• Pivoting with Purpose: The episode explores Screenloop's pivot from its initial product launch to addressing new needs in the talent acquisition space, showcasing the adaptability necessary for success.

• Mindset for Fundraising: As Screenloop approaches Series A, Anton discusses the shift in mindset, emphasizing the need for focused mental space and energy as the stakes and expectations increase.

Connect with today’s guest Anton Boner

• Anton Boner on LinkedIn

• Screenloop Website

• Screenloop on LinkedIn

Connect with your host Caleb Parker:

•  Caleb's LinkedIn

•  Caleb on X (formerly Twitter)

Sponsors:

TSK: Website | Dan Pilling LinkedIn

TSK makes workplaces better for fast growing companies by aligning physical places with their purpose and culture to attract the right talent as they grow.

Brave: Website | Instagram

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