In Episode 36 of Start It or Scrap It, Mike and Gummi dive into the realities of starting and scaling — from side hustles and early hires to brand-new startup pitches straight from Reddit.
Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
-The real cost of your first hire (and what to do before you make it)
- Why chasing “easy money” can derail your focus
- Side hustles: which ones actually work vs. which ones drain your time
- Startup pitch breakdowns: subscription car washes, snack box ventures & more
-Why “follow your passion” isn’t enough — you need a business model
-Lessons from Reddit founders on testing, scaling, and scrapping
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