Season 6 - Episode 7: Navigating Catastrophes and Capital

Last week we spoke to the fantastic Rob Levin, seasoned entrepreneur and investor. We deep dive on how he’s an accidental entrepreneur, how he asks for (and gets) money, and the age old debate of Toronto vs Des Moines. Welcome to Startup Different!

• Rob Levin's journey as an accidental entrepreneur is inspiring.

• Understanding funding is crucial for business success.

• Asking for more money than you think you need is a common mistake.

• Building relationships with investors before you need funding is essential.

• The financial crisis taught valuable lessons about business resilience.

• It's important to lock in profits when opportunities arise.

• Scaling a business requires strong systems and processes.

• Entrepreneurship is not always fun; culture matters.

• Injecting fun into the workplace can enhance employee satisfaction.

• Automating tedious tasks can improve efficiency and morale.