In this episode of Zero to Traction, JDM and Cam dive into the whimsical world of Chanchitos (three-legged pigs from Chile believed to bring good luck) and traction. This week, the guys tackle the crucial topic of moving meaningfully towards success, rather than aimlessly “hustling”. They emphasize the importance of being intentional, understanding customer needs, and avoiding the pitfalls of focusing excessively on the product. If you’re a founder wanting to balance speed with purpose, this episode will resonate. Plus, don’t miss the light-hearted updates on the _Rings of Power_ series and the latest win from the Sacramento Kings.
The “don’t practice what you don’t know” edition
Wherein JDM and Cam talk about dive deep into desk tchotchkes, and how to make rapid forward progress in your startup — in that order.
Feb 12, 2025
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Zero to Traction
Startups are hard AF, risking your time, money, and reputation — and yet you’ve heard the call. You’re in. Now what?
In the Zero to Traction podcast, we tackle the major challenges faced by first-time founders building scalable startups.
Each episode provides tools, tips, stories, and mindset shifts to empower founders to overcome these obstacles to create companies that scale.
Startups are hard AF, risking your time, money, and reputation — and yet you’ve heard the call. You’re in. Now what?
In the Zero to Traction podcast, we tackle the major challenges faced by first-time founders building scalable startups.
Each episode provides tools, tips, stories, and mindset shifts to empower founders to overcome these obstacles to create companies that scale.Listen on
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