Steering the Startup Ship: Entrepreneurial Advice from Nick Telson
September 5, 2023
In this episode of Careers Unwrapped, host Mark Fawcett is joined by Nick Telson, entrepreneur, angel investor, podcaster, startup mentor, and public speaker. Together they discuss Nick’s experience starting and selling DesignMyNight, his first startup. Exploring Nick’s transition from corporate to co-founder, what the experience of selling a startup is like, and what mistakes he made that have shaped his newer ventures, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurial pursuits.
In this episode of Careers Unwrapped, host Mark Fawcett is joined by Nick Telson, entrepreneur, angel investor, podcaster, startup mentor, and public speaker
Join them as they:
- Discuss the transition from a corporate role to co-founder of a startup
- Explore the experience of selling a startup
- Delve into the mistakes Nick made in his early startup career
- Shine a light on the reality of being a founder
- And much more!
Nick Telson is a lot of things: an entrepreneur, an angel investor, a podcaster, a startup mentor, and a public speaker, but his talents truly lie in offering founder and investor advice and help. He recently co-founded Trumpet, a B2B sales tool aiming to create better buyer journeys that drive revenue. Previously, he co-founded DesignMyNight, a website devoted to helping people discover what unique experiences are around them, from events to bars and restaurants, and help plan and book whatever they choose to do. Over seven years he managed to grow the business to over 100 employees, 15,000 SaaS customers, and 8 million monthly uniques on the website before exiting to Access Group.
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