How to Build, Scale & Sell a Startup – The Lessons Learned w/ James Mayes

James Mayes shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, from early failures to a multimillion-dollar exit. He dives into the power of community, the challenges of product development, and the realities of selling a business.

James also opens up about facing a life-altering health diagnosis and the resilience it took to push forward. A must-watch for founders navigating startups, exits, and personal challenges.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to James Mayes

02:00 Early Entrepreneurial Ventures

05:03 Transitioning to Tech Startups

07:54 Building Mind the Product

11:54 The Importance of Community

14:56 Navigating Discovery and Feedback

18:02 Challenges of Online Discourse

20:58 Future Plans and Fundraising

25:04 Building a Solution for Diverse Communities

28:41 Navigating the Exit Process

35:47 Facing a Life-Changing Diagnosis

39:11 Resilience Through Treatment

45:14 Empowerment Through Knowledge and Agency

Follow James on LinkedIn here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmayes/

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https://howdy.rodeo/organizer/

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