PODCAST · business
Found(H)er Mind
by Anna Ratala
Audio journal of a startup founder. Behind the scenes of building a venture backed business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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28. I can't believe this is what selling my startup looks like!
A sneak peek into what starting the M&A process of your startup looks like. Is anyone taking my calls? Who is helping me? And how do I feel about it all?! This and other reflections from the first few weeks. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special…
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27. Don't tell me you're sorry
Not in New York and definitely not crying. Here's how I'm feeling in the aftermath of the big decision to sell my startup. And here's what some people are saying to me about it! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the…
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26. I'm selling my startup!
Big decisions! A new city (sort of) and a whole new chapter for me as a founder. Super excited about both. Here are some reasons for why I made these decisions and what happens now. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the...
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25. Exciting news for Zvook!
Spent 2 weeks in LA. Got back to Phoenix. Took an important step with my startup. Also had some less exciting developments. If you're a startup founder, you can relate. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original…
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24. The one time I had $200 on my bank account
I've never talked about it publicly. $200 on my account. No savings. My visa running out in 3 weeks. My rent late. They say it's darkest just before the dawn. That's what it felt like. And that's when I learned to get comfortable with chaos. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on...
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23. How I vet a VC fund in 10 minutes
Fundraising isn't about quantity as much as it is about quality. Instead of "spray and pray", I spend 10 minutes vetting each fund. Here's how I decide who to talk to - and who not to waste time on. Shoutout to Eniac Ventures that I used as an example. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect...
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22. When an investor dreams with you
In their hearts and on their websites they want to invest in visionary startups. But in reality, few investors can identify one. The masses see the reality only after you've built it. But how do you recognize an investor that can actually dream with you? Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala…
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21. Things about Phoenix that blew me away
Two months in the fifth biggest city of America. Getting to know the startup ecosystem, getting surprised by so many things. Phoenix reminds me of another city I know very well.. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the...
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20. See you later, LA!
Apparently two months is a long time to stay in one place. For me. So when an opportunity knocks, you bet I pack my bags and go! Definitely returning back to LA but first a little more adventuring. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan...
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19. Most successful founders have moved cities and countries
I've lived in five different countries across three continents. I have beaten the odds of a cold start over and over again. So when I build a startup, you bet I will succeed. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original...
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18. My founder frustrations
You know that feeling when you scream to yourself "I f*cking know how to solve this" and then just go back to not doing it because you don't have time, money or human resources? Yeah, those frustrations. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks…
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17. Women supporting women is a myth
Sharing some personal experiences, and knowing I am not the only one. This false narrative may end up hurting women more than helping us. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See...
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16. Three early observations about LA as a founder
All events start early and end early. A lot of people are into wellness. And a few other learnings based on my very social week out in LA! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See...
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15. A faulty idea of a great CEO
I have not always played to my strengths because I was ashamed to admit that there were things I just wasn't great at. I tried to convince myself that I will learn to love process flows and Excel sheets. But nope. I won't. And I shouldn't. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on...
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14. First two weeks in LA
Who would have thought I won't miss NYC after two weeks in LA! I've found my rhythm in LA but I've got to be honest, I can't wait to get social. So that's exactly what I'm going to do this week. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan…
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13. Not my American dream
I never had an American dream. But here I am, building a startup as an immigrant in the United States. My journey from NYC to LA has not been a smooth one but it's been worth it. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the...
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12. From disaster in Copenhagen to home in LA
Spending Christmas alone in Copenhagen, then coming "back" to a city that I have never lived in. And suddenly I feel like home. Life is wild! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast.…
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#11 Founder bestie
I sat down with my founder bestie today. Truthfully, without her I would not be a sane person by this point of the founder journey! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See...
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#10 First day in Copenhagen
My world tour has taken me to the cute capital of Denmark. From the airport to the office and to our first meeting with the new advisor. Not loving the weather. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music!...
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#9 Why investors lack empathy
Do you feel that investors should have founder experience? I do. Sharing in this update the biggest problem I see in the startup investor world. Do you agree? Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music!...
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#8 A founder's day in Spain
A quick glimpse into my Tuesday as a remote founder working in Spain. Not your average nine-to-five, let me tell you that! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See…
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#7 Life update
A lot is going on but productivity has been high! Three quick updates on what is going on and what to expect next. Life is wild but I am grateful for it. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted...
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#6 Investor story
Dodged the bullet with a disrespectful VC. We've all been there but here's what I learned from my recent experience. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
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#5 December fatigue
Not sure about you guys but I've always had a little December fatigue. Especially this year. After a challenging 2022 and ahead of a massive 2023, I'm not going to lie, I'm looking forward to a little Christmas break! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala...
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#4 Zvook has a new advisor!
My strategy for building an advisory board has been very different from most founders. Signing our first one was worth the wait! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See...
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#3 Can I be truly honest?
The first recording that kicks off my real-time audio entries. Thinking out loud about my promise to be authentic and the perception that might create about me as a founder & CEO. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the...
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#2 Stories from Slush side events
The stuff they don't talk about but I will. My night at Slush side events. Get ready for some story time! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast music! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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#1 Living out of a suitcase
With 6 hours of sleep before my investor meeting, I present to you: an overview of my life out of a suitcase over the next month. Buckle up, it's going to be a wild ride! Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratala Special thanks to Ryan Hays for the original...
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Intro: It's never been done so I had to!
It's never been done before. So I had to do it. My unfiltered, daily audio journal about the life of an early stage startup founder. Highs, lows, f*ck-ups and frustrations. We all have them. Nobody shares them. That's about to change. LFG. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratala Connect with me on...
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Audio journal of a startup founder. Behind the scenes of building a venture backed business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Found(H)er Mind is created and hosted by Anna Ratala.
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