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In this episode, Lars Mangelsdorf, Co-Founder and CCO of Yokoy, takes us on a journey from his early days as an SDR to building a multi-product SaaS powerhouse. He shares candid insights on scaling aggressively, navigating complex European markets, and the hard lessons learned from over-hiring and rapid expansion. With practical advice on mastering outbound sales and adapting to market nuances, Lars reveals how every misstep paved the way for Yokoy's eventual acquisition by TravelPerk.
By BluebirdIn this episode, Lars Mangelsdorf, Co-Founder and CCO of Yokoy, takes us on a journey from his early days as an SDR to building a multi-product SaaS powerhouse. He shares candid insights on scaling aggressively, navigating complex European markets, and the hard lessons learned from over-hiring and rapid expansion. With practical advice on mastering outbound sales and adapting to market nuances, Lars reveals how every misstep paved the way for Yokoy's eventual acquisition by TravelPerk.