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The Startup CEO Show
How to Build a $50M Business Without Venture Capital
Apr 29, 2024
Former Dribbble CEO Zack Onisko discusses leading a profitable social network without VC. Key topics: leaving for personal growth, Silicon Valley growth reflections, email for acquisition, transition to coaching, and self-driven success.
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- Transitioning from operational CEO role to owner investor signifies personal growth and pursuit of financial freedom.
- Choosing not to seek venture capital and adopting fully remote operations proved beneficial for talent acquisition and cost efficiency.
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Stepping Away from Dribble's CEO Role
The decision to step away as CEO of Dribble after a successful tenure was described as a bittersweet but necessary choice. Despite significant revenue and growth achievements, the speaker felt that he might not lead the company to further milestones. This realization led to the departure to pursue other projects and investments, reflecting on his identity as 'the dribble guy'. The transition was marked by the search for a successor to continue the company's growth.
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