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He quit his cozy Google job & ignored lean startup advice— then grew to $3M in 1 year. | Arvind Jain, Founder of Glean
Apr 29, 2024
Arvind Jain, Founder of Glean, defied lean startup advice and grew the company to $3M in revenue in just 1 year. He didn't follow traditional MVP, ignored market feedback, and didn't charge beta users for 2 years. With conviction and persistence, Arvind tripled revenue each year, reaching $200M funding at a $2B valuation. His advice for founders is to know when to follow the playbook and when to write your own.
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- Founder's advice: have conviction and persistence in startup journey.
- Transitioning from Google to successful startups highlights significance of tackling challenges.
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The Importance of Conviction and Persistence in Founding Startups
Having conviction and persistence is crucial for founders. The key advice is to focus on solving a problem without being deterred by market size or competitors. Upholding belief in the solution, despite potential doubts, is vital. The speaker emphasizes that staying committed to the vision is paramount, even amidst challenges and uncertainties.
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