
FEAR & GREED | Business News Q+A: After almost 6 years as a business, what have we learnt?
Nov 29, 2025
The hosts reflect on six years of running their business, sharing lessons learned through experimentation and the importance of failing fast. They discuss the constant mental tension of balancing cash flow with innovative ideas. Belief in their mission kept them going despite early struggles. Knowing one's limits and seeking help from experts was emphasized, along with the value of hands-on learning and effective communication among partners. Finally, they ponder what they would change if given the chance, highlighting the unpredictability of the future.
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Keep Experimenting And Iterate Fast
- Experiment often and fail fast to discover what works for your business.
- Don't let perfect be the enemy of good; iterate quickly and move on when something fails.
The Business Puzzle Never Stops
- Running a business creates a constant mental puzzle that rarely stops even outside working hours.
- Adam Lang warns that the tension between sustaining cash flow and preserving a good idea never fully disappears.
Expect 24/7 Commitment
- Many founders underestimate how all-consuming running a business will be compared with a regular job.
- Some businesses (like retail or hospitality) lack remote flexibility, increasing the time burden.
