Equity When do layoffs matter? Trick question - always
Jul 1, 2022
The hosts dive into the impact of recent layoffs at Backstage and Substack, sparking an intense discussion on their implications across the startup landscape. Homelister is shaking up real estate with a DIY approach, lowering costs for homeowners. A co-founder returns to DeGreed, bringing fresh insights to the EdTech sector. They also explore innovative chatbots and the evolving investment scene, particularly focusing on supportive networks for diverse founders. Plus, the challenges faced by Robinhood amidst the cryptocurrency market turbulence.
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Homelister Founding Story
- Homelister's founder, Lindsay McLean, was shocked by high real estate commissions.
- She created Homelister to offer lower-cost home selling services.
Homelister's Empowering Approach
- Homelister empowers homeowners by reducing reliance on traditional realtors.
- The platform offers support without charging high commissions.
Degreed's Co-founder Returns
- Degreed's co-founder, David Blake, left to pursue political organizing.
- He later founded LearnIn, which Degreed recently acquired, bringing Blake back as CEO.