Startups For the Rest of Us Episode 753 | TinySeed Tales s4e3: Co-Founder Conflicts + Renaming a Business
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Jan 30, 2025 Colleen Schnettler, a developer and entrepreneur, shares her journey as the co-founder of Hello Query, previously known as Hammerstone. She candidly discusses the emotional trials of co-founder conflicts and emphasizes the value of open communication. The conversation dives into their decision to pivot their product offering to a SaaS solution focused on internal reporting, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned along the way. Colleen also shares insights on finding product-market fit in a competitive landscape.
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Co-founder Conflict and Resolution
- Colleen Schnettler and her co-founder Aaron had a major disagreement, leading to discussions of splitting up.
- They ultimately resolved their conflict after honest conversations about commitment and life goals.
Importance of Early Conflict Resolution
- Addressing co-founder disagreements early on is crucial, even if difficult.
- This prevents larger implosions as the company grows and financial stakes increase.
Direct Communication is Key
- Address issues directly with the person involved, rather than discussing them with others.
- Colleen realized she should have communicated her concerns to Aaron sooner.