Dorm Room Tycoon (DRT) show

Dorm Room Tycoon (DRT)

Summary: Interviewing thought leaders in business, design, marketing and startups.

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 The Right Metrics for Startups with Suhail Doshi, Mixpanel | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 51:51

In this interview, Suhail Doshi explains what it means to be data driven, what goes into tracking metrics and why you should do it from the get go. We talk about the difficulties of fundraising and why growth can be a double edge sword.

 When a Startup Should Raise Money - Scott Belsky | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:37

In this interview, Scott Belsky reveals what it was like to sell Behance to Adobe and why it makes sense for certain startups to pursue funding. We talk about building a community and the importance of having empathy with your users.

 When to Fundraise with Scott Belsky, Benchmark | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 36:37

In this interview, Scott Belsky reveals what it was like to sell Behance to Adobe and why it makes sense for certain startups to pursue funding. We talk about building a community and the importance of having empathy with your users.

 How We Invest - Andy Weissman | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 50:31

​In this interview, Andy Weissmann shares the firm's investment thesis​ and ​how they spot investment opportunities. We also discuss the obstacles founder​s​ typically face when running a startup.​

 How to Pitch Investors with Michael Seibel, Y Combinator | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 43:10

In this interview, Michael Seibel explains how to gain the interest of investors. He reveals how to effectively communicate the product and the market opportunity. He also reveals the common pitfalls founders face when it comes to fundraising.

 How to Make a Startup Video - Adam Lisagor | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 42:31

In this interview, Adam Lisagor explains how founders can communicate better and why underselling is an effective way to communicate. We look into the creative process of making a video and what’s required to make it successful.

 How to Make a Startup Video with Adam Lisagor, Sandwich Video | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 42:31

In this interview, Adam Lisagor explains how founders can communicate better and why underselling is an effective way to communicate. We look into the creative process of making a video and what’s required to make it successful.

 Investing in Europe - Ciarán O’Leary | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:03

In this interview, Ciarán O'Leary talks about his new fund, BlueYard Capital and his plans for investing in the European scene. We look into the realities of being a founder in Europe and evaluate the level of opportunity available within its startup ecosystem.

 Investing in Europe with Ciarán O’Leary, BlueYard | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 41:03

In this interview, Ciarán O'Leary talks about his new fund, BlueYard Capital and his plans for investing in the European scene. We look into the realities of being a founder in Europe and evaluate the level of opportunity available within its startup ecosystem.

 Niche to Win with Dave McClure, 500 Startups | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 46:58

In this interview, Dave McClure ​highlights the importance of taking a niche approach when launching a ​product. We touch on the ​main ​difference​s​ between 500 Startups and Y Combinator before analysing the ​growth and customer acquisition methods that help startups grow.

 Making the Right Choices - Danielle Morrill | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 31:11

In this interview, Danielle Morrill reveals what it was like pivoting to work on Mattermark. We then explore why founders should take a long term approach and be committed to an idea. We also delve into acquiring customers, pricing and raising money effectively.

 Making the Right Choices with Danielle Morrill, Mattermark | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 31:11

In this interview, Danielle Morrill reveals what it was like pivoting to work on Mattermark. We then explore why founders should take a long term approach and be committed to an idea. We also delve into acquiring customers, pricing and raising money effectively.

 Writing on Medium - Steven Levy | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:21

In this interview, Steven Levy opens up on why he joined Medium and what it’s been like working as part of the team. We talk about the changing world of journalism and what he believes needs improving within it. We close with a discussion on storytelling and how to get better at it.

 Writing on Medium with Steven Levy, Backchannel | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 47:21

In this interview, Steven Levy opens up on why he joined Medium and what it’s been like working as part of the team. We talk about the changing world of journalism and what he believes needs improving within it. We close with a discussion on storytelling and how to get better at it.

 How to be Customer Driven with David Cancel, Drift | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 54:30

In this interview, David Cancel shares his thoughts on how to communicate with customers to gain essential and unique insights. He then evaluates the merits of working with investors vs bootstrapping, before offering his judgement on what makes for good marketing.

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