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Balderton Capital: In search of the "Unusually Driven"
Founded & Grounded
04/18/22 • 40 min
What are Venture Capitalists? How do they operate? And what can founders learn from them in the pursuit of backing for their big idea?
In this episode, we enter the real dragons' den and put a human face to this influential but little-understood world - in this case, Rob Moffat from Balderton.
In a revealing conversation with Ollie, Rob gives us the perspective from the other side of the desk, what founders should be considering when they approach VCs, and the attributes that he and his colleagues look for when deciding who and what to invest in. Rob also gives us his insight on the areas where he anticipates future growth, and has an assuring piece of wisdom for founders wherever they are on their business journey.
Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analysis from Ollie Collard.
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Airtasker: From hustle to IPO – the truth about scaling a marketplace
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02/24/25 • 84 min
From $0 to $400 Million Valuation: The Incredible Journey of Tim Fung and Airtasker. From humble beginnings to a marketplace giant.
But Tim's journey is much more than just success.
Through resilience, identifying mutual benefit, and embracing change, he has created a company that has changed the future of work.
Tim delves into his upbringing, the inception of Airtasker, and the company's funding journey, offering valuable advice for new founders.
Explore the balance between transparency and forward planning, Tim's IPO experience, and the transition from blitzscaling to a lean approach. Learn about the significance of humility, team support, and managing expectations. We conclude the episode by discussing the future of work, embracing AI, and societal changes.
Key Takeaways
- High expectations can undermine resilience, so maintaining realistic goals can help sustain long-term motivation and perseverance.
- Aligning business strategies and goals among all stakeholders ensures smoother operations and mutual benefits, making it easier to achieve sustainable growth.
- Adapting to market conditions and being open to changing strategies, even if it means shifting from aggressive expansion to a leaner approach, is crucial for long-term success.
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MainStreet - How to avoid the illusion of progress
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11/09/20 • 40 min
Episode 4, we chat with Doug Ludlow, co-founder of MainStreet. MainStreet’s mission is 'to empower small businesses, create jobs and opportunities’. Through a shared passion for empowering small business owners, MainStreet was set up to enable founders to learn about and access government credits and incentives.
In episode 4 we discuss managing business growth, using your network, coping with challenges caused by remote working, and being realistic and honest with yourself. https://mainstreet.us/
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Virtually There: How Good Things Come to Businesses That Wait
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10/18/21 • 37 min
"If you have a great product, your business should succeed."
We meet Edgar Thoemmes, co-founder of Virtually There and Canton Tea, about how two very different businesses steadily grew and found their audiences.
Edgar describes the seismic impact of Covid (and how Virtually There anticipated the boom in flexible working), how taking the long term view can pay dividends, and being in a position to give something back to the founders of the future.
Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analysis from Ollie Collard and Samantha Miles sifting through the latest reaction from Founded & Grounded listeners.
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Adapt - The start-up that went back to school
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03/15/21 • 45 min
Episode 10 we catch up with Maud, co-founder of Adapt, a study planner app for students. Adapt was built using Google’s Design Sprint process. After intense testing and quick growth they knew that Adapt had a market however Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Maud and her co-founders. This episode covers being an accidental entrepreneur, testing your idea, adapting your business model and setting your goals. https://getadapt.co.uk/
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KINGS - Empowering men to live healthier and happier lives
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11/19/19 • 28 min
Episode 2 - we chat with KINGS grooming founder, Blué O'Connor. KINGS is an ethical vegan aftershave, fragrance and grooming brand. We dive into the world of crowdfunding, offering advice & tips on how to launch a crowdfunding campaign. www.kings-grooming.com
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The Bunch - Being your own customer
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10/05/20 • 34 min
Elliott, our second entrepreneur for season 2 set up The Bunch whilst at university. He became frustrated with spending time sorting out bills for student accommodation, and often felt cheated. The Bunch allows its customers to tailor their student bills package to suit, and splits the bill between housemates.
Elliott is his own target market, and discusses his approach and business model for The Bunch. We discuss cash-flow and mental health challenges, and the goals and aspirations of Elliott.
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Simpleweb - If you fail, make it quick
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11/07/22 • 57 min
Hear from Mark Panay - Co-founder and MD of one of Bristol’s most prolific software agencies , Simpleweb.
Learn Mark's highs and lows of running a business, and how his natural curiosity and fascination for learning has shaped his career. Discover what Mark thinks makes a good start-up investment, and what he sees as the biggest challenges of being the boss.
Presented by Laura Rawlings, with analysis from Ollie Collard.
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Freedom Services: A Valid Claim to Disrupt Insurance
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03/21/22 • 48 min
The world of insurance is a grey area for many people in more ways than one, so allow Sam White to inject some colour to the proceedings...
Setting up in business following a chain of life-changing events, Sam now presides over two successful insurance companies in the UK and Australia who are explicitly putting the consumer at the heart of their proposition.
But, as is so often the case, the entrepreneurial journey has been far from straightforward.
In a thought-provoking and inspirational episode, Sam discusses why she 'fired' herself as CEO of Freedom Services, the dilemma of protecting people versus saving the business, and the chronic lack of investment in female founders despite being a safer financial bet. And she has some powerful views on the future of the insurance industry, and how businesses need to return to being run by people - for people.
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Hexa Finance: Breaking Stereotypes & Reimagining Finance for Startups
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11/27/23 • 86 min
The incredible journey of Hexa Finance is not just a tale of success; it's a true story of how being bold and true to yourself can pay dividends.
From a simple idea in 2016 to launching amidst the global lockdown, co-founders Ben Davies and Stu Mason have navigated it all.
They dive deep into their journey, sharing the sacrifices made, the critical role of timing, and the essence of trust and understanding in their partnership.
Key takeaways
- Back yourself and go for it, as you've started something for a reason and should have complete confidence in your vision.
The Power of Teamwork: Ben and Stu stress the significance of a team that complements your skills and fosters mutual support.
The Art of Saying 'No': Learn the value of simplicity in complexity. Embracing your niche, the bravery in critical decisions, and the wisdom in choosing your battles.
Making Finance Relatable: Steering away from traditional corporate norms, Hexa Finance champions an open & comfortable environment, demystifying finance and making it accessible to all.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Founded & Grounded have?
Founded & Grounded currently has 90 episodes available.
What topics does Founded & Grounded cover?
The podcast is about Founder, Leadership, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Investing, Angels, Enterprise, Mindset, Startup, Investment, Reality, Podcasts, Business, Fundraising and Smallbusiness.
What is the most popular episode on Founded & Grounded?
The episode title 'Simpleweb - If you fail, make it quick' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Founded & Grounded?
The average episode length on Founded & Grounded is 53 minutes.
How often are episodes of Founded & Grounded released?
Episodes of Founded & Grounded are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Founded & Grounded?
The first episode of Founded & Grounded was released on Nov 5, 2019.
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