The Failory Podcast - April 14, 2020

From Failed VC-Backed Startup to Successful Bootstrapped SaaS, with Brian Rhea

Brian Rhea

Founder of Binocs & Headlamp

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Show notes

Brian talks about the results of a simple tweet
Brian’s experience interviewing with companies after changing the balance of power
Challenges that came with working with a remote team
Complications that concluded in the company failing
Brian’s own difficulties of consulting while working on a side hustle
Brian shares his thoughts and concerns on teams working remotely

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Links & Resources

Ancestry - Discover more about who you are and where you are from
Headlamp - Helping remote teams foster connection and support
Brian’s Twitter
Brian’s Website
Brian’s Podcasts Bright & Early and Slow & Steady

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