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Testing Assumptions & Finding Freedom: Lessons from Joe Manganelli's Escape
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In this episode of the Corporate Escapee Podcast, Joe Manganelli shares his journey from a corporate finance role to becoming an entrepreneur and the founder of Calculate, a financial services company.
He discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a business, the importance of embracing discomfort, and the lessons learned along the way. Joe emphasizes the value of testing assumptions, the significance of enthusiasm in business, and the need for accountability in entrepreneurship.
He also reflects on his recent transition to a new role as Chief Revenue Officer at Amalgam, a software company for accounting firms, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Links
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemanganelli/
Takeaways
- Embrace the discomfort of entrepreneurship.
- Don't wait for the perfect idea; start with what you have.
- Testing assumptions with clients is crucial for success.
- The early days of a business are often the most exciting.
- Perfection can hinder progress; focus on being good enough.
- Networking in small business is collaborative and supportive.
- Scaling a business requires understanding what is scalable.
- Accountability in entrepreneurship can be invigorating.
- Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship can be a mindset shift.
- Always be open to new opportunities and networks.
Sound Bites
- "I realized I had it right in my hands."
- "Don't be afraid to test those assumptions."
- "The worst thing that happens is you fail."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Current Endeavors
04:21 The Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
11:55 Building Calculate: The Early Days
18:04 Scaling and Diversifying Services
22:10 Transitioning and Selling the Business
24:59 Current Role and Future Aspirations
Keywords
entrepreneurship, corporate escape, startup journey, accounting software, business growth, scaling, revenue streams, personal development, risk-taking, networking
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