Disrupt & Innovate

DI 53: Failing Forward: How Setbacks Propel Innovation

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In this episode, Lisa Levy welcomes Justin Gray, an accomplished entrepreneur and the Co-Founder / Managing Director In Revenue Capital. Justin's journey from a regular corporate job to a string of successful businesses is a remarkable one. He's passionate about empowering startups by sharing his experiences and helping them overcome challenges. Lisa and Justin delve into his inspiring entrepreneurial story and how he's leveraging his knowledge to drive innovation in the business world.


Key Takeaways:


  • Justin Gray's entrepreneurial journey began after a traditional start in a corporate job. He discovered his passion for entrepreneurship while working at an early startup.
  • Justin emphasizes the importance of offering more than just capital to startups. Startups need mentorship, guidance, and operator horsepower to succeed.
  • Justin shared a story of a skunkworks project called Six Bricks, which aimed to create a unique marketing LMS. While the project itself didn't achieve massive success, the experience and content from it were monetized and provided valuable lessons.
  • Building strong relationships and partnerships is a crucial aspect of entrepreneurial success.
  • Justin's willingness to embrace experimentation and learning from failures underscores the importance of having a growth mindset in entrepreneurship.
  • The Skunkworks Project led Justin to realize the need for democratizing authoring tools, especially in the rapidly evolving field of marketing and technology.


    • Justin Gray's entrepreneurial journey reminds us of the importance of exploring new paths, seizing opportunities, and nurturing valuable connections in the ever-evolving world of business. Tune in to this episode and we look forward to sharing more insightful conversations with you in the future.


    Learn More:


    Website: https://inrevenue.capital/ 

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inrevenue/ 



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