Startup to Something podcast

88: Aboard the struggle bus

3/9/2023

Startup to Something

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Matt is struggling with next steps and bets to make in the ecommerce space. Marc is seeing his hosting bill going up as a result of an acquisition. The guys talk through what Matt should do next and the idea of barriers to entry in different markets.

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