{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Brick by Brick","title":"Behind The Scenes on Perfect Exit Planning + Bootstrapping Pains","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/e7628ef1\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1937,"description":"Brad and Nate share insights on planning backwards from a perfect exit, discussing key metrics that can make or break a deal, building the right team, and the pros and cons of VC funding vs. bootstrapping. You'll also hear intimate details about the journey of fostering a healthy partnership, discovering reasons for exit planning, and the challenges faced when bootstrapping.\nTimestamps:\n(04:37) Bootstrapping limited income, challenges attracting talent.\n(09:04) VC funding doesn't guarantee success, nor bootstrapping.\n(12:17) Exploring reasons for business exit and planning.\n(13:36) Take time to relax and clear mind.\n(18:23) Align team goals with their personal aspirations.\n(22:03) Learning the value of structured board meetings.\n(29:08) Serve your team \n\n---\nLinks:\nLearn more about Brad Redding / Connect on LinkedIn and Instagram\nConnect with Nate Winkler on Instagram","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/XGzuf9VstRhVw5zOpK1KklxrsV7V50JkFCzkdRBvLc4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85NmZj/NTRmZDE5ZjNjYmRj/YWU3NmJhMzAxODhl/OTlkNy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}