The Startup Spouse’s Post

Ever wondered why trying to copy big corporations might be holding your startup back? Last year, I shared some crucial insights about leveraging true startup dynamics in our community webinar. If you're building a startup and feel stuck comparing yourself to corporate giants, this one's for you. Watch to discover why being different is your biggest advantage ⚡️

Validate Your Idea (Week ONE) Starting off our very first piece of advice for startup founders, the first of 52 that I’ll be sharing each week this year! I truly hope that these insights will inspire and support all you incredible folks out there who are tirelessly working to make a positive impact on our lives through your businesses. https://lnkd.in/gbxRAz-i

If you've ever listened to your partner talk about their job at a startup, you might have heard terms like "equity" and "stock options" thrown around. And if you're anything like me, your eyes might have glazed over as you tried to make sense of it all. But fear not! Understanding startup compensation, particularly equity and stock options, doesn't have to be rocket science. Read our new blog post to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gedfAqJE

To my fellow founders on this relentless journey: In moments when KPIs feel heavy and investor meetings blur, here's what a dear friend once told me: "In the depth of startup chaos, remember - your impact isn't measured in metrics, but in the lives you're quietly transforming, including mine. Keep building, my friend." These words found me on a particularly challenging day, and they've stayed with me since. Sharing them here, hoping they light up someone else's startup journey today. Because sometimes, amidst the pitch decks and profit margins, we need to remind each other why we started. Here's to all of us building dreams, one sleepless night at a time. 🚀☕️ Your partner in dreams & caffeine 🚀☕️ #StartupLife #FounderJourney #BuildingInPublic #StartupCommunity #EntrepreneurLife

Sam Altman on how to get your first 100 users “Everyone thinks they’re going to put up this website, tell one person about it, and it’s going to take off like wildfire. But that’s not what usually happens.” Source: Stanford Online --- We curate the top 1% of startup advice from the world’s best founders and investors. Join 7,000+ founders who read the free newsletter at https://lnkd.in/dNtku53e

Your startup’s future isn’t built by endless hustle—it’s built by sustainable velocity. Watch my latest video to learn about how Founders can 10X their startup velocity: https://lnkd.in/gn34DARd

Anna Deynego, founder of the Burning Heroes Founders Association, shares her expert insights on standing out in startup contests. Drawing on her experience as an organizer and judge, she highlights why strategic preparation is essential — not just for winning, but for making lasting connections with investors and mentors. Check out her top tips for founders in our cards 👇 Read the full article on our website (link in the comments).

Hi founders! I want to share an amazing newsletter that I've been following for awhile now. Admond Lee writes captivating stories from his experiences and other founders going through startup life. Failed learnings, humble beginnings and most importantly hope. Chat soon and keep on building!! 🔥 https://lnkd.in/guviX24N #founders #founderlife #ventures #startuplife #building #newsletter

Feeling Overwhelmed by IT Needs? Don't Let Myths Hold You Back! 💻🚀 Outsourcing IT lets your team focus on what they do best - growing your amazing startup! 🌱 Here's why outsourcing can be your startup's secret weapon:

Monday motivation: focus on action! If you're pouring your heart and soul into making your startup dream a reality, you're already ahead of the game. To stand out as one of the top 5% of startup founders, you need more than just a great idea. You need a tangible MVP. Another impressive milestone! But the real victory is launching a product that solves a real problem for your users. You've earned bragging rights for this achievement! And if you've managed to attract paying customers, you're part of an exclusive club of startup success stories, an elite of 1%! Now, it's time to put your plan into action.