In this episode, we sit down with Shaye Wali, CEO and Founder of Baseline, a software for the private lending industry. Contrary to conventional startup wisdom, Shaye reveals how his team successfully built Baseline without conducting a single user interview or pivot. This candid conversation showcases how, sometimes, trusting your vision can lead to extraordinary success.

Check out:

Shaye Wali's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayewali/

Baseline: https://www.baselinesoftware.com/

Keith Rabois: https://x.com/rabois

(01:18) Building Without User Feedback

(14:42) Opinionated Product Management

(27:55) Organic Startup

(31:40) Startup Advisors

(47:57) Future Plans for Baseline

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