In today’s Startup Therapy Podcast, Wil and Ryan talk about optimism. An optimistic leader creates an optimistic environment. Despite the onslaught of negativities and failures, and success seemingly slipping away, when a Founder remains optimistic, he can always redirect his focus on what to do next.  

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What to Listen For

• 00:00 Intro
• 00:24 Blinded optimism keeps founders running
• 04:49 Whatever you do will be reflected throughout the organization
• 08:19 Founders do not have the luxury to cry over spilled milk
• 10:01 Distraction keeps us away from being successful
• 12:37 You can’t find a customer or investor in one seating
• 15:51 Focus on small tiny wins that build success
• 19:16 Building a Startup through optimism
• 21:32 Optimism should be left in the hands of fate