Founder Problems is a podcast by and for real-world, fed-up founders. Three entrepreneurs in the messy middle share hot takes, actionable steps, and resources to navigate the challenges of running a business—no promises of 10x growth or swooning investors. Every founder’s journey is different, so take what works and make it your own.
In Episode 9, we navigate the murky waters of freelancers vs. entrepreneurs with a detour into personal branding, personal goals, and leveraging personality types.
EP9: Freelancing: A Minimum Viable Business Read More »
From last-minute grant scrambles to public speaking tips, we dive into personal stories and practical advice on finding the silver lining in every situation.
In this episode we discuss rented versus owned digital Internet platforms, because social media accounts are great until they pull the rug out from under you.
EP7: Rented vs Owned: The Digital Real Estate Dilemma for Founders Read More »
In this episode, we talk about understanding your Total Addressable Market (TAM) and listening to feedback before assuming your next idea is the big one.
EP6: When the Market Says ‘Nice Try, Buddy:’ Finding Product Market Fit Read More »
We stress the importance of thorough due diligence for cofounders, with practical tips like working together on a trial basis and ensuring aligned values.
EP5: Vetting Cofounders: Why Swiping Right Isn’t Enough Read More »
In this episode we discuss managing multiple ventures by utilizing systems/natural nerd skills. Plus, advice to our younger selves about choosing a career path.
In this episode, we discuss our experiences with the mental gymnastics behind tough decisions. How do you know when to push through and when to throw in the towel?
EP3: When to Quit: Feast or Famine Cycles, Slow Intuition, and Listening to the Market Read More »
We tackle the once in a year task of planning the next one. From Pinterest-level vision boards to X-men analogies, we cover 3 wildly different planning styles.
Zach Oshinbanjo, Lee Zuvanich, and Sarah Schumacher talk about their personal founder journeys and why they decided to start this podcast. Common threads include: an uncanny ability to see problems and an insatiable drive to fix them, how entrepreneurship is an effective tool to create fulfilling careers, and the significance of community for founder support.
Sarah Schumacher, Lee Zuvanich, and Zach Oshinbanjo each give a summary on what the Founder Problems Podcast is all about. First episode drops January 1, 2025.