{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Serious Lady Business ","title":"Before You Join That Accelerator: What Founders Need to Know (And What No One Tells You About the Exit)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2002,"description":"Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Tania Kottoor, founder and CEO of West X East, about her journey as a female entrepreneur navigating the world of accelerator programs. Tania shares her experiences, insights, and the importance of community support in the startup ecosystem. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding accelerators, the significance of planning for exits, and the value of building meaningful relationships. Tania emphasizes the need for proactive strategies and the importance of mentorship in overcoming challenges as a founder.\nAbout Our Guest\nTania Kottoor, Founder and CEO of West X East\nWest X East website\nFollow Tania on LinkedIn\nFollow West X East on Linkedin\nKey Takeaways\nAccelerators can provide valuable resources and connections for founders.\nBuilding a community and relationships is crucial for success in entrepreneurship.\nFounders should be proactive in planning for potential exits.\nPeer mentorship within accelerators can be a game-changer for founders.\nMisconceptions about accelerators can lead to missed opportunities for negotiation.\nPost-accelerator life can be challenging and requires self-reliance.\nUnderstanding the concept of exits is vital for long-term planning.\nEvery founder should consider hiring an executive coach for support.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1m0mNmkKRhS7SIoS31QwDs_gINf63nNYc07JvwxGA6s/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNjdi/OWU4NzIwZjVmZmY4/MWY0Zjk0N2U3MWM5/NTdhMy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}