• EP21: Why Startups Are Failing Faster Than Ever Before

  • 2024/10/31
  • 再生時間: 53 分
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EP21: Why Startups Are Failing Faster Than Ever Before

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  • Why Startups Are Failing Faster Than Ever Before - EP21 It's time to prep for BFCM! Head to https://www.ASOMpod.com to subscribe and get your Must-Have DTC Black Friday & Cyber Monday Prep Checklist! Join the ASOM pod community at https://www.creatorscombine.com- Mastermind with likeminded Agency owners, SaaS founders, brand Operators, and Marketers. Thank you to Recharge for sponsoring the pod. Trusted by over 20,000 brands, Recharge is the #1 platform for your eCommerce subscription needs. Learn more at http://recharge.asompod.com/ Thank you to Salvit Advisors for sponsoring the pod. Salvit Advisors help eCommerce brands make profitable decisions by tailoring data-driven sights that are unique to your business. Learn more at https://www.salvit.com/ _______ In this episode of the ASOM Pod, the hosts — Jimmy Kim (CEO of eCom Email Marketer & Founder of Sendlane), John Roman (CEO & Co-Founder of BattlBox), Amer Grozdanic (CEO & Co-Founder of Praella), and Bryan MacDonald (Director of eCommerce at Oma's Pride) dive into the realities of startup life, tackling the tough (and sometimes hard to swallow) truths about surviving in today’s economic landscape. We reveal why startups seem to be hitting roadblocks more than ever—thanks to issues like over-reliance on agencies, lack of financial savvy, and misaligned marketing tactics. But it’s not all doom and gloom; they share practical advice and actionable tips to help founders stay afloat and focus on what really matters. What You’ll Learn: Why genuine marketing matters more than flashy tacticsHow to boost financial literacy and why it’s essentialThe importance of product-market fit and adaptabilityWhy internal strategies often beat outsourcingThe hard but necessary decisions to ensure profitabilityHow founders can stay close to customers for real insightsA preview on the pros and cons of funding versus bootstrapping Whether you’re battling budget cuts, rethinking your customer approach, or just in need of some fresh motivation, this conversation will leave you ready to take on the next challenge with confidence! _______ 00:00 Happy Halloween! 01:46 Welcome to the ASOM Pod 02:09 Introduction of Hosts and Their Backgrounds 02:42 Creators Combine Community 03:14 Why Are Startups Dying Quicker Than Ever? 04:46 Challenges in Starting a New Business 11:05 Importance of Product Market Fit 12:01 Starting a New Agency: Lessons Learned 18:09 Current Economics and Their Impact on Startups 26:32 Challenges of Early-Stage Startups 27:29 Why Startups Are Failing Now 28:04 The Missteps of Pandemic-Era Companies 29:13 The Role of Investors and Founders 33:17 Marketing Failures in Modern Startups 43:43 Advice for Struggling Startups 49:37 The Importance of Financial Literacy 52:03 Conclusion and Future Topics _____ Follow Jimmy Kim at: X: https://www.twitter.com/yojimmykim Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yojimmykim IG: https://www.instagram.com/@yojimmykim Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yojimmykim Follow Bryan MacDonald at: X: https://www.twitter.com/bryanomaspride LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-macdonald-ct IG: https://www.instagram.com/@anythingbutasalad Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anythingbutasalad Follow John Roman at: X: https://www.twitter.com/@JohnMRoman Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-roman/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/@johnnyromes Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnmroman Follow Amer Grozdanic at: X: https://www.twitter.com/@AmerGrozdanic Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amer-grozdanic IG: https://www.instagram.com/@amergrozdanic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amergrozdanic Contact us at hello@asompod.com for sponsorships, appearance requests, interviews, or general information!
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Why Startups Are Failing Faster Than Ever Before - EP21 It's time to prep for BFCM! Head to https://www.ASOMpod.com to subscribe and get your Must-Have DTC Black Friday & Cyber Monday Prep Checklist! Join the ASOM pod community at https://www.creatorscombine.com- Mastermind with likeminded Agency owners, SaaS founders, brand Operators, and Marketers. Thank you to Recharge for sponsoring the pod. Trusted by over 20,000 brands, Recharge is the #1 platform for your eCommerce subscription needs. Learn more at http://recharge.asompod.com/ Thank you to Salvit Advisors for sponsoring the pod. Salvit Advisors help eCommerce brands make profitable decisions by tailoring data-driven sights that are unique to your business. Learn more at https://www.salvit.com/ _______ In this episode of the ASOM Pod, the hosts — Jimmy Kim (CEO of eCom Email Marketer & Founder of Sendlane), John Roman (CEO & Co-Founder of BattlBox), Amer Grozdanic (CEO & Co-Founder of Praella), and Bryan MacDonald (Director of eCommerce at Oma's Pride) dive into the realities of startup life, tackling the tough (and sometimes hard to swallow) truths about surviving in today’s economic landscape. We reveal why startups seem to be hitting roadblocks more than ever—thanks to issues like over-reliance on agencies, lack of financial savvy, and misaligned marketing tactics. But it’s not all doom and gloom; they share practical advice and actionable tips to help founders stay afloat and focus on what really matters. What You’ll Learn: Why genuine marketing matters more than flashy tacticsHow to boost financial literacy and why it’s essentialThe importance of product-market fit and adaptabilityWhy internal strategies often beat outsourcingThe hard but necessary decisions to ensure profitabilityHow founders can stay close to customers for real insightsA preview on the pros and cons of funding versus bootstrapping Whether you’re battling budget cuts, rethinking your customer approach, or just in need of some fresh motivation, this conversation will leave you ready to take on the next challenge with confidence! _______ 00:00 Happy Halloween! 01:46 Welcome to the ASOM Pod 02:09 Introduction of Hosts and Their Backgrounds 02:42 Creators Combine Community 03:14 Why Are Startups Dying Quicker Than Ever? 04:46 Challenges in Starting a New Business 11:05 Importance of Product Market Fit 12:01 Starting a New Agency: Lessons Learned 18:09 Current Economics and Their Impact on Startups 26:32 Challenges of Early-Stage Startups 27:29 Why Startups Are Failing Now 28:04 The Missteps of Pandemic-Era Companies 29:13 The Role of Investors and Founders 33:17 Marketing Failures in Modern Startups 43:43 Advice for Struggling Startups 49:37 The Importance of Financial Literacy 52:03 Conclusion and Future Topics _____ Follow Jimmy Kim at: X: https://www.twitter.com/yojimmykim Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yojimmykim IG: https://www.instagram.com/@yojimmykim Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yojimmykim Follow Bryan MacDonald at: X: https://www.twitter.com/bryanomaspride LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-macdonald-ct IG: https://www.instagram.com/@anythingbutasalad Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anythingbutasalad Follow John Roman at: X: https://www.twitter.com/@JohnMRoman Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-roman/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/@johnnyromes Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnmroman Follow Amer Grozdanic at: X: https://www.twitter.com/@AmerGrozdanic Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amer-grozdanic IG: https://www.instagram.com/@amergrozdanic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amergrozdanic Contact us at hello@asompod.com for sponsorships, appearance requests, interviews, or general information!

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