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Ep 172: "Founder Exits; The Startup Story few tell" with Lauren Gregor
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Is an “exit” always every startup founder’s dream? What do most exits look like? What happens when your dream business becomes someone else’s? In this heartfelt conversation, Rob sits down here in Los Angeles, with Lauren Greger, founder of Rent-A-Romper, to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of building—and selling—a startup. They dive into the real cost of chasing success, what it takes to walk away, and why defining your own version of success might be the most important lesson of all. Whether you're a founder, dreamer, or just curious about the startup world, this episode is a must-listen.Feel free to follow and engage with LAUREN here:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurengregor/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengregor/
We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide.
As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests.
¡Cheers y gracias!,
Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Thinkers
04:47 Defining Success in Transition
07:50 Navigating Startup Culture
10:57 The Reality of Fundraising
13:51 Building a Sustainable Business
16:56 The Journey of Exiting a Business
19:43 Finding Community and Support
22:53 The Process of Selling a Business
40:26 Identifying Potential Buyers
41:44 Building Relationships for Business Transition
44:51 Navigating the Sale Process
46:03 The Emotional Journey of Letting Go
48:38 The Acquisition and Its Impact
51:12 Personal Growth Through Entrepreneurship
56:26 Family Dynamics and Business Transitions
59:31 Exploring New Interests and Opportunities
01:04:39 Key Questions for Entrepreneurs Considering Change
194 episodes
Manage episode 500337194 series 2396802
Is an “exit” always every startup founder’s dream? What do most exits look like? What happens when your dream business becomes someone else’s? In this heartfelt conversation, Rob sits down here in Los Angeles, with Lauren Greger, founder of Rent-A-Romper, to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of building—and selling—a startup. They dive into the real cost of chasing success, what it takes to walk away, and why defining your own version of success might be the most important lesson of all. Whether you're a founder, dreamer, or just curious about the startup world, this episode is a must-listen.Feel free to follow and engage with LAUREN here:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurengregor/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengregor/
We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide.
As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests.
¡Cheers y gracias!,
Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Thinkers
04:47 Defining Success in Transition
07:50 Navigating Startup Culture
10:57 The Reality of Fundraising
13:51 Building a Sustainable Business
16:56 The Journey of Exiting a Business
19:43 Finding Community and Support
22:53 The Process of Selling a Business
40:26 Identifying Potential Buyers
41:44 Building Relationships for Business Transition
44:51 Navigating the Sale Process
46:03 The Emotional Journey of Letting Go
48:38 The Acquisition and Its Impact
51:12 Personal Growth Through Entrepreneurship
56:26 Family Dynamics and Business Transitions
59:31 Exploring New Interests and Opportunities
01:04:39 Key Questions for Entrepreneurs Considering Change
194 episodes
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