The SaaS Academy Podcast

The Destructive Behaviour of SaaS Founders | Ep 11


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“You got to develop an appreciation for saying ‘no’ and ‘not right now’”. Today, Johnny (@johnnypage13) and Matt (@mattverlaque) discuss the negative impact of 'Shiny Object Syndrome' on business founders' decision-making. They offer insights on recognizing and addressing this behavior, emphasizing the importance of team balance, clear evaluation metrics, and effective communication for achieving shared goals.

You are now tuned into the SaaS Academy Podcast. Join Matt Verlaque and Johnny Page as they take you behind the scenes of what it takes to become a great SaaS Founder, addressing the challenges, victories, and essential lessons learned in the pursuit of growing a successful business!

Timestamps:

(1:45) - The entrepreneur's mindset and its impact

(3:00) - Consequences of shifting strategies

(4:36) - Recognizing and overcoming shiny object syndrome

(6:37) - The role of team members in overcoming shiny object syndrome

(7:33) - Importance of awareness and communication

(12:21) - The role of data in decision making

(17:08) - Importance of staying the course

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Resources:

➤ “My Billion Dollar Mistake” by Hiten Shah

It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy At Work by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson

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