"1 to 1000" | Scaling Startups with CEOs

E8: The Unspoken Truths of Leading a Hyper-Growth Start-Up, with Jack Altman


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On this episode of 1 to 1000, we turn the tables on Jack and dial-in on his experience building Lattice into a start-up worth over $3 billion. We chat about founder-company fit, being an agreeable CEO, long-term relationship building, and more. If you’re looking for SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR or HIPAA compliance, head to Vanta: https://www.vanta.com/1000 

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Episode Preview

(00:44) How to find and recruit undiscovered talent

(06:38) The importance of staying longer in a company

(10:31) On long-term relationship-building

(14:51) Sponsor - Vanta

(15:49) On former founders becoming executives

(19:09) Founder market insights

(20:52) Idea maze for Lattice

(22:10) Formula for ramping up a SaaS company

(27:05) Sponsor - Metaview | Pesto

(28:39) The pros of being an agreeable founder

(32:44) Sam and Jack: Entrepreneurial style and skillsets

(34:33) Jack's advice on overcoming roadblocks to getting 1 to 1000

(38:14) Why incorporate Lattice in your company?


This show is produced by Turpentine: a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more, covering technology, business, and culture — all from the perspective of industry insiders and experts. We’re launching new shows every week, and we’re looking for industry-leading sponsors — if you think that might be you and your company, email us at [email protected].

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