Forging Founder Confidence

Ryan and Will discuss the journey of becoming a confident founder. Celebrating their 300th episode, they reflect on how learning to lead and building confidence starts with curiosity. They emphasize asking questions, even seemingly silly ones, to gain knowledge and confidence. Will and Ryan also dive into the importance of challenging oneself incrementally and being willing to make mistakes as key steps in growing confidence. They share personal anecdotes and practical advice, making a case for bravery, perseverance, and learning from failures. Perfect for any founder grappling with self-doubt or seeking actionable steps to boost their confidence.

Resources:
Startup Therapy Podcast 
https://www.startups.com/community/startup-therapy
Website
https://www.startups.com/begin
LinkedIn 
https://www.linkedin.com/company/startups-co/

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Wil Schroter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilschroter/
Ryan Rutan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/

What to listen for:
00:58 Building Confidence Through Practice
05:25 The Power of Curiosity
09:25 Asking the Right Questions
14:58 Taking on New Challenges
19:03 Building Confidence Through Small Victories
19:40 Teaching Kids Micro Challenges
20:09 Challenging Yourself Incrementally
21:17 The Line Between Ambition and Recklessness
22:19 Learning Through Incremental Steps
25:37 The Importance of Being Wrong
27:41 Building Confidence as a Founder
31:33 The Role of Bravery in Confidence