The SaaS Academy Podcast How to Attract & Choose the Right Partners in Business (Our Story) - w/ Dan Martell | Ep 7
“All I know is you can't learn to surf reading a book and you're not going to find a co-founder behind your keyboard. You're going to have to go talk to some people.” Today, join Johnny (@johnnypage13), Matt (@mattverlaque), and special guest Dan Martell (@danmartell), founder and CEO of SaaS Academy, as they explore what it takes to attract a great co-founder and build successful business partnerships.
They share personal experiences and discuss practical strategies such as seeking talent, maintaining frequent communication with potential partners, and developing a future-focused mindset. The trio also touches on the importance of getting to know each other's visions, values, and long-term goals before getting into a business relationship.
You are now tuned into the SaaS Academy Podcast. Join Matt Verlaque and Johnny Page as they take you behind the scenes of what it takes to become a great SaaS Founder, addressing the challenges, victories, and essential lessons learned in the pursuit of growing a successful business!
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Timestamps:
(2:57) - The importance of trust in business partnerships
(6:00) - The role of shared values in partnerships
(10:38) - Maintaining relationships with business partners
(13:12) -The importance of clear communication in partnerships
(17:01) - Reflecting on a future-oriented conversation
(20:07) - The importance of expressing preferences
(24:04) - Understanding the impact of personal changes on business
(30:36) - The role of self worth in business
(33:43) - The dangers of overselling and underdelivering
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