Ever dreamed about starting your own thing—but quickly shut it down because... imposter syndrome, family obligations, no college degree or “I’m not that kind of person”?
This episode is your permission slip.

We sat down with Erin Keaty Quick, Founder of the venture backed software company, PairTree , who opens up about building a business without a fancy resume, a business degree, or a trust fund.

From failing out of college to raising over $10M of venture capital, Erin gets real about what it actually takes to start something—and why you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. We talk adoption (she's lived it personally and professionally), female entrepreneurship (spoiler: only 2% of venture capital goes to women 🤯), and what success really looks like when you’re playing the long game.

Whether you’re already on the startup path or just dreaming quietly about “what if”—this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:
💥 You don’t need straight A’s to build something meaningful.
👶 The private adoption process is outdated, and Erin’s on a mission to fix it.
💸 Only 2% of venture capital goes to women (yes, really).
🧠 Confidence comes with age and experience—not credentials.
✅ Big leaps are built from small, consistent steps.
💗 Emotional milestones (like impact + purpose) matter just as much as metrics.
📈 Raising money is hard—but possible (and often necessary).
🔥 Building a business is messy, consuming, and deeply worth it.
🎯 Authenticity beats perfection. Every. Time.

Hit play and get inspired to make your move—no matter how big or small it feels right now.
You’ve got this. 💪