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In this conversation, Tara shares her entrepreneurial journey, detailing the influences that shaped her spirit, the challenges faced while building Rupa, and the lessons learned along the way. From early inspirations to the complexities of team dynamics and the emotional aftermath of selling her company, Tara emphasizes the importance of resilience, gut instinct, and the continuous pursuit of growth in both personal and professional realms.

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00:00 - Introduction and Context Setting
03:15 - Early Influences and Entrepreneurial Spirit
09:19 - Career Beginnings and Lessons Learned
15:53 - The Birth of Rupa and Vision for Healthcare
21:03 - The Birth of a Non-Alcoholic Bar Idea
26:28 - Transformative Patient Stories and Evidence-Based Medicine
37:49 - Building Momentum and Overcoming Challenges
42:36 - Setting High Expectations and Team Dynamics
47:33 - Reflections on Selling Rupa Health

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Tony Clemendor, who was not only my coach but also a fantastic mentor. As a fellow neurodivergent, Tony brings a unique perspective to entrepreneurship, sharing his journey from bootstrapping a startup to scaling it to $80 million in revenue.

We discuss his insights on the new economy, the simplicity of entrepreneurship, and the importance of adaptation. Tony's creative approach to overcoming challenges and his belief that every first idea is just a draft make this conversation both inspiring and practical for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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In this conversation, Cristina Cordova shares her journey through the startup ecosystem, detailing her experiences at various companies including Tapulus, Google, Stripe, Notion, and Linear. She discusses the importance of company culture, the role of partnerships in growth, and the significance of finding the right fit in a startup. Cristina emphasizes the value of working with strong founders and the need for startups to have a clear vision and product-market fit. Her insights provide valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and those looking to navigate the tech industry.

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00:00 The Journey into Startups
11:24 Finding the Right Fit in Tech
18:20 Building Relationships and Partnerships
23:59 Building Payment Infrastructure: The Early Days of Stripe
29:19 Transitioning to Notion: A Personal Journey
36:04 Joining Linear: The Right Fit and Company Culture
44:02 Key Insights for Startup Success: Lessons Learned