A Product Market Fit Show | Startup Podcast for Founders PMF Observations: Why after PMF, every problem is a people problem.
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Jul 24, 2025 Explore the intriguing concept that most startup challenges after achieving product-market fit are rooted in people issues. Discover how staying close to customers can expedite your path to success. Learn the importance of identifying true A-players on your team and hear the compelling story of a platform that disrupts industries by offering services for free. Embrace the idea that radical differentiation often trumps incremental changes, and uncover how subtle details can make or break your product's success.
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Missed Deadlines Hurt Startup Progress
- A data scientist on the GymTrack startup consistently missed deadlines from day one.
- The founder regrets not letting him go sooner despite knowing performance issues early.
All Problems Beyond PMF Are People Issues
- Every startup problem beyond PMF is a people problem.
- If a team member owns a failing area, it's usually a direct reflection of their performance.
Use Networking To Evaluate Talent
- Talk with 10 excellent professionals in your function to recognize greatness.
- Use conversations to evaluate your current team before deciding to replace anyone.