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What are the best resources for startup founders?
I read a lot of resources on LinkedIn, X, and here.
Podcasts and case studies are good for me, too.
I created free resources for startup founders, too.
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Andrey Belousov
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Hey @olenabomko! 😊 Great question! For startup founders, I'd recommend checking out 'The Lean Startup' by Eric Ries and Y Combinator's Startup School. Both are treasure troves of insights and practical advice. 😄 Also, don't miss out on Paul Graham's essays; they're gold! Happy reading and best of luck with your startup journey! 🚀
@olenabomko @abhra_ch I believe that the Lean startup was the most relevant when it came out but it's not enough now. We discussed about the concepts in the book in detail and how they are irrelevant on this episode:
https://youtu.be/FoIB0u03aVA
@neelptl2602 Definitely gonna check it out 🤔
Also Launching soon guys. Would really appreciate your support 🤞
(https://www.producthunt.com/prod...)
I like to be inspired by the stories of other founders and to learn from both successful and unsuccessful stories. I also find the interaction with others in my industry and with potential target groups very valuable.
Other than that, of course:
- Startup/technology newsletters and podcasts
- Articles on Crunchbase, Medium, etc.
- HackerNews, Reddit (sometimes) and of course Product Hunt
And local startup events, founder meetups, conferences and trade shows are very underrated in my opinion.
@federico_zuluaga_knorr hackathons and meetups are truly underrated. A lot of exchange of ideas happen
I'll shamelessly plugin my podcast since it's the most relevant for founders in today's day and age. Since it's something we all are figuring out ourselves and sharing the learnings that make sense right now. Links in my profile.
LinkedIn can be a treasure trove for startup info, but it's easy to get overwhelmed. The checklist mentioned here sounds like just what I need to focus my browsing.
Hubspot Academy and blog are a great source of basic but practical guides on marketing and sales
Like the article on Li outreach with templates
https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/b...
"Learn Design & Design Basics" by Figma is a great way to start figuring out how to do good design.
https://www.figma.com/resource-l...
Also would recommend YC videos and lenny's podcast to learn from the best in the industry.
YC how to get first customers video:
Lenny's interview with Jason Fried from 37 Signals (Basecamp)
If you are looking for practical insights and want to learn from someone who has done it before, you can check out WiseAdvizor.com, where you can connect 1:1 with startup mentors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for personalized guidance.
I love browsing LinkedIn for startup insights. It's filled with practical tips and real-life stories from entrepreneurs
The Lean Startup by Eric Ries is a must-read! It's all about building and growing your startup efficiently.
Harvard Business Review has great articles on strategy and leadership. It's a goldmine of knowledge for any founder.
YouTube channels like YC's Startup School offer free lectures and talks that are super informative.
Quora is surprisingly helpful for startup questions. You can get insights and advice from seasoned entrepreneurs.
I find podcasts about entrepreneurship really helpful for gaining insights and inspiration.
I often check out YouTube channels dedicated to startup growth for practical advice and tutorials.
Nice list of resources! I highly recommend getting all of them 🙌
I have a couple too that may be interesting.
Hola Amigos 👋, I am commenting for networking with other founders, tech enthusiast, product enthusiasts. I am co founder of defipe.io , A future trading platform for NFTs.Helping NFT holders and traders to gain profit by just long and short on NFTs . Going to launch soon in product hunt, need everyone's support
Startups should definitely be part of a community. It provides support from like-minded individuals, healthy criticism, and the opportunity to seek advice when needed. Expanding your network through LinkedIn and various forums is crucial. Equally important is professional development. Today, there are numerous free resources sharing insights from their work. For example, my team at JetSoftPro has recorded over 10 videos with marketing tips to help startups understand key questions.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist...
There are many such opportunities. Additionally, newsletters on business and tech trends, influential speakers, and offline events that have survived after COVID are valuable resources.