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The Founder's Mindset

S3 | E4: Supersonic Flight and Why Big Ideas Aren't Crazy

Sep 5, 2023
Blake Scholl, founder of Boom Supersonic, discusses his mission to bring supersonic commercial passenger flights to the world by 2026. He shares his journey of starting an aerospace company, the importance of simplicity and understanding in navigating new domains, and the value of learning, admitting weaknesses, and company reflection. He also emphasizes the significance of developing the skill to see unseen problems and embracing seemingly impossible challenges.
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Quick takeaways

  • Personal growth plays a crucial role in the success of a startup.
  • Founders should prioritize their own personal motivation over societal norms.

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Recognizing past mistakes and learning from them

The founder of Boo Super Sonic, Blake Scholl, reflects on his prior startup experiences and shares the lessons he learned. He admits to making mistakes in his first startup and wanting to do things differently the second time around. Blake emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and self-improvement as a founder, acknowledging that personal growth plays a crucial role in the success of a startup.

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