Co-Founder's Dilemma & The Unconscious Mind: Conversations on Startup Leadership w/ Torch Founders скачать в хорошем качестве

Co-Founder's Dilemma & The Unconscious Mind: Conversations on Startup Leadership w/ Torch Founders

How do a psychotherapist and a psychologist with no tech background build a multi-million dollar coaching business and land a spot in Y Combinator? This episode takes you inside the story of Torch, a company revolutionizing professional development with a unique blend of coaching, software, and behavioral science. Co-founders Cameron Yarbrough and Keegan Walden, both veterans of the psychology and coaching world, share their journey from meeting at a psychotherapy training program to building a successful startup that has raised over $80 million in funding. They reveal the key ingredients behind their success: a shared passion for leadership development, a data-driven approach to coaching, and the invaluable experience of going through Y Combinator. But they also candidly discuss the challenges they faced, particularly the emotional toll of building a business and the importance of self-awareness and mindfulness for founders. This episode is filled with insightful advice for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Listen in to discover the power of effective coaching, the hidden “secrets” of the Y Combinator program, and the importance of personal development for navigating the complex world of startups. EPISODE IN A GLANCE 00:00 Introduction of Cameron and Keegan and Torch's Mission 02:24 How the Founders Met and Their Shared Background 03:21 The Catalyst for Starting Torch 04:30 The Story of How the Founders Reconnected 06:53 The Value of T-Groups and Its Impact on the Founders 09:59 The Early Days of Torch and the Decision to Apply to Y Combinator 11:31 Joining Y Combinator and the Importance of a Tech Co-Founder 12:36 Fundraising and the Impact of Rapid Growth 14:02 Keegan's Departure from Torch and the Co-Founder's Dilemma 16:40 The Importance of Addressing Burnout and Personal Growth as a Founder 20:35 The Impact of Work on Family Life 22:02 The Co-Founder's Dilemma 24:34 Transitioning Leadership Roles 27:09 The Role of Coaching in Leadership 32:09 Reflections on Y Combinator 36:55 The Importance of Self-Awareness for Founders 42:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT CAMERON YARBROUGH AND KEEGAN WALDEN Cameron is the co-founder and CEO of Torch, a company that provides professional development services to organizations through a combination of coaching, software, and behavioral science. He has a background as a psychotherapist and executive coach, working with notable tech founders like Garry Tan and Steve Huffman. Keegan is the co-founder of Torch and a psychologist who specializes in leadership development. He has a PhD and brings a deep understanding of the psychology of human behavior and its impact on success. CONNECT WITH CAMERON YARBROUGH AND KEEGAN WALDEN Website → https://torch.io/ LinkedIn →   / cameron-yarbrough-60579948   LinkedIn →   / keegan-walden-ph-d-672ab9101   LinkedIn →   / torch-labs   ABOUT GABRIEL JARROSSON Gabriel Jarrosson is a seasoned investor and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the startup space and the General Partner of Lobster Capital. He has invested over $25M in Y Combinator startups. Having sold three of his own startups, he shares his expertise in his books "My Investor Secrets" and "Investing in Startups: x100 or Nothing." CONNECT WITH GABRIEL JARROSSON YouTube →    / @lobster-talks   Website → https://www.lobstercap.com/ LinkedIn →   / gabrieljarrosson   Instagram →   / lobstercapital   Tiktok →   / lobstercapital   Stay ahead of the game with the latest startup insights. Subscribe to our newsletter for startup updates and actionable insights → https://lobstercap.ck.page/c34c61a155