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  1. Why 99% of Founders Should Skip VC—Europe’s Secret to Out-performing Silicon Valley

    26 THG 5

    Why 99% of Founders Should Skip VC—Europe’s Secret to Out-performing Silicon Valley

    Should you really raise VC?  This week on Startup Talks, Andreas from EUVC drops hard truths about venture capital and why most founders would be better off without it. We dive into: Why the VC model is overhyped for most startupsThe reality of European venture capital vs. Silicon ValleyHow Romania and Eastern Europe are becoming unexpected startup hotspotsIt's a candid, insightful take that flips the usual startup advice on its head. 👉 Perfect for founders, creators, and anyone thinking about taking funding (or not).

    59 phút
  2. Paid Ads? What About Building a Community?

    1 THG 4

    Paid Ads? What About Building a Community?

    🚀 Startups don’t need bigger ad budgets—they need communities. The best brands today aren’t built on ads, they’re built on people who love them enough to spread the word. But most founders still think growth = spending money. In this episode of Startup Talks, we sit down with Matei Psatta, CMO & Co-Founder of Blindspot, to break down why community-driven marketing is the future and how startups can turn their users into their biggest growth engine. 💡 If you’re a founder, marketer, or just want to grow something big—you need to hear this.

    1 giờ 2 phút
  3. Trust Your Gut? Forget Motivation—Discipline Is What You Need

    18 THG 2

    Trust Your Gut? Forget Motivation—Discipline Is What You Need

    Călin Popescu didn’t just build a company—he built himself first. From leaving Romania to working in global tech companies, to launching Nostra:Biome, a startup tackling gut health through microbiome intelligence, his journey is filled with brutal lessons on discipline, resilience, and how startups actually survive. 🔥 In this episode, we cover: 🚀 The truth about startups: Why most fail & how to avoid it 🛠️ Building a company the hard way: From Romania to global entrepreneurship 💡 Why discipline > motivation in business (the key to long-term success) 📈 Lessons from launching a biotech startup (and why investors hesitate) 🔬 The gut-health connection: What most people (and doctors) miss This isn’t just a startup story—it’s a lesson in how to think, build, and survive as a founder.

    1 giờ 25 phút
  4. 99% of founders make these mistakes. Will you? | Cristobal Alonso, Startup Wise Guys

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    99% of founders make these mistakes. Will you? | Cristobal Alonso, Startup Wise Guys

    Are you making the same mistakes? Startups aren’t a fairy tale. If profit is your only goal, you're setting yourself up for failure. In this no-holds-barred episode of Startup Talks, we chat with Cristobal Alonso, Global CEO & El Patron of Startup Wise Guys—Europe’s leading B2B startup accelerator. With over 400 investments under his belt, he reveals the secrets to success!  In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ The #1 reason why startups fail (and how to avoid it) ✅ The MVP trap—and why most founders get it wrong ✅ The real role of accelerators (and why most don’t actually help) ✅ Why VC funding isn’t the golden ticket (and what to focus on instead) ✅ How instant gratification culture is ruining young entrepreneurs ✅ The one skill that separates real founders from wannabes Thinking of launching a startup? Struggling to grow? This is a MUST-WATCH. 🔔 You should subscribe! :) we drop valuable insights from the world of startups every week. 02:06 – Intro: Who is Cristobal Alonso? 04:36 – The #1 Reason Startups Crash and Burn 09:06 – Are Founders Becoming Softer? 14:21 – The MVP Trap: Why Most Startups Get It Wrong 19:46 – How European Founders Are Failing Themselves 25:16 – Do Accelerators Actually Help Startups? 30:06 – Why VC Funding Won’t Solve Your Problems 35:36 – How to Think About Growth as a Founder 42:26 – What Every Founder Should Focus On Instead of Funding 48:56 – Final Thoughts: The Brutal Truth About Startups

    53 phút
  5. Growth Is Everything: Andy Budd on Building Startups That Thrive

    13/12/2024

    Growth Is Everything: Andy Budd on Building Startups That Thrive

    🎙️ Startup Talks: Episode 5 – A Conversation You Can’t Afford to Miss This week, we sit down with Andy Budd, a UX design pioneer and venture partner at Seedcamp, to explore what it really takes to grow a startup that scales. 🚀 Andy shares his journey from shaping the early days of UX to mentoring founders through the highs and lows of funding, scaling, and everything in between. His incredible advice is a must-hear for any entrepreneur. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why growth is non-negotiable for startups (and how to embrace it) - The common mistakes startups make with MVPs—and how to avoid them - Key pre-revenue metrics that actually impress investors - The founder’s unique role in driving sales, marketing, and growth Packed with practical insights and real-world examples, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to level up your startup game. 🔔 Subscribe now to catch every episode of Startup Talks—where entrepreneurs, founders, and investors share the secrets to building meaningful AND profitable things. #growth #startups #founder

    56 phút
  6. "Startups Never Nail Positioning" – April Dunford's Lessons from 350+ Startups

    22/11/2024

    "Startups Never Nail Positioning" – April Dunford's Lessons from 350+ Startups

    April Dunford Exposes the Myths of B2B Marketing and Positioning In this eye-opening episode, April Dunford, a renowned positioning expert and author, challenges common misconceptions about B2B marketing, sales, and positioning. From debunking the idea that B2B purchases are driven by the same emotions as consumer buying, to explaining why startups must endure an "awkward teenage phase" before finding their true positioning, April provides unfiltered insights that will change how you think about marketing and sales in the tech industry. 🔔 Subscribe for more insightful conversations with industry leaders!

    50 phút
  7. Growth Hacking Is a Lie! What Really Drives Startup Success?

    24/10/2024

    Growth Hacking Is a Lie! What Really Drives Startup Success?

    Forget everything you think you know about startup growth! 🚫 In this episode, Irina Scarlat—former growth leader at Uber, Revolut, and Bitpanda—reveals why growth hacking is a lie and why real growth is unpredictable, messy, and driven by experimentation. 🚀 Get ready for a candid conversation that goes beyond the surface-level startup advice you’ve heard before. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or just curious about how real growth happens, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew.

    1 giờ 11 phút
  8. AI Won't Save Us! Building the Future We All Want to Live In

    26/09/2024

    AI Won't Save Us! Building the Future We All Want to Live In

    Are you ready to rethink the future of technology? In this thought-provoking episode of Startup Talks, host David Achim sits down with futurist and innovation expert Timmy Ghiurau to explore why AI alone won't save us and how storytelling, ethics, and collaboration are the true catalysts for building the future we all want to live in. Discover how narratives and world building influence technological advancement, the limitations of AI, and the importance of creating a shared language to address global challenges. Timi shares insights from his work with visionary Alex McDowell (Minority Report, Black Mirror) and discusses the hurdles facing the European tech ecosystem. Whether you're a founder, investor, technologist, or simply curious about what's next, this episode offers fresh perspectives that challenge conventional thinking and inspire action.

    57 phút
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