In this episode of the Maffeo Drinks Podcast, Chris Maffeo welcomes Chris Walker, an entrepreneur known for his insights into bootstrapping and the modern startup environment (he is the Founder of Refine Labs and Passetto). His work on the Stacking Growth Podcast (Ex Revenue Vitals) inspired him to launch his podcast.

They discuss common misconceptions about the need for venture capital, the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs, and the essential skills every founder should master.

Chris shares his experiences and thoughts on why many businesses fail due to unnecessary funding and the mental barriers hindering entrepreneurship.

The discussion also covers how to achieve personal alignment, the myth of media glorification, and the reality of building a sustainable business. Tune in for valuable lessons on creating and scaling businesses effectively.

00:00 Welcome to the Maffeo Drinks Podcast

00:09 Inspiration and Beginnings

01:11 Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital

03:33 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

06:45 The Reality of Entrepreneurship 1

15:14 Procrastination and Action

18:07 The Power of Self-Belief

32:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell

100 | Chris Walker | Bootstrapped vs. VC Funded & The Pursue of Founder's Freedom