Business is F'n Hard

🎥 “Building a Software Company at 17” | With Charleston Smith Welcome back to Business Is F’n Hard. 🎙️ In this episode, Calvin sits down with Charleston Smith, the young entrepreneur building Vanter, a software company, at just 17 years old. Titled “Building a Software Company at 17,” this episode explores what it takes to pursue an entrepreneurial vision at an age when most people are still figuring out their next steps. From turning ideas into products to navigating the challenges of building a company, Charleston's journey offers a look at ambition, initiative, and the realities of starting early. Building a software company comes with its own set of challenges, including solving problems, developing useful technology, and figuring out how to turn an idea into a sustainable business. Starting at 17 adds another dimension to that journey: learning to balance entrepreneurship with the experiences and responsibilities that come with being young. This conversation highlights the importance of curiosity, taking initiative, learning through experience, and being willing to start before you have everything figured out. Whether you're an aspiring founder, a young entrepreneur, or someone interested in software and technology, this episode is a reminder that you don't necessarily have to wait for the perfect time to start building something meaningful. Watch till the end and share your biggest takeaway in the comments. Subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations every week. #businessisfnhard #youngentrepreneur #softwarecompany #startups #entrepreneurship #technology #founders #businesspodcast