Build Your SaaS

Jon & Justin reveal everything (part 1)


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It's the fourth anniversary of Transistor's public launch! In this two-part series, Jon and Justin answer your questions.

  • 01:22 - Our history
  • 14:51 - What is the secret to running Transistor as a company? See our values here.
  • 21:19 - What was the most challenging aspect of the past 4 years?
  • 22:14 - Where do you see Transistor at 5 or 10 year?
  • 26:19 - Do you ever feel like you're not doing enough? Book: Running the Dream.
  • 32:09 - Have we reached peak podcast?
  • 34:36 - What's something you've gotten better at over the past 4 years?
  • 38:23 - What was the lowest point in Transistor's history?
  • 40:09 - What have you learned about partnership?
  • 43:17 - What has been the most fun memory of your journey?
  • 47:04 - What is the definition of enough for Transistor?
  • 50:49 - What are your thoughts on open startups vs private?
  • 52:25 - What are the most impactful decisions you've made?
  • 56:34 - How has your job changed year to year?

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