The Foundr Podcast with Nathan Chan

451: Burnout, Scaling, and Going Global: Nathan Chan on Foundr's 10-Year Anniversary


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Ten years ago, Nathan Chan started Foundr Magazine to discover what it takes to build a successful business. A decade on, he’s learned the sacrifice, victories, and obstacles that it takes to create a company of value for a global community of students. In this special episode, foundr’s contributing editor, Luke Ferris, puts Chan on the hot seat to reflect on the 10-year anniversary of foundr

Listen to Luke and Nathan discuss: 

  • Nathan’s childhood and first jobs
  • The origins of foundr
  • Discovering a feeling of euphoria with foundr
  • How he overcame burnout
  • Memorable interviews over the decade
  • What he’s learned from foundr students 
  • How he’s changed as a person and leader
  • What’s next for foundr
  • And more founder advice…

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