What are the best resources for startup founders?

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I read a lot of resources on LinkedIn, X, and here.
Podcasts and case studies are good for me, too.

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Federico Zuluaga Knorr · Accepted Answer

I like to be inspired by the stories of other founders and to learn from both successful and unsuccessful stories. I also find the interaction with others in my industry and with potential target groups very valuable.

Other than that, of course:
- Startup/technology newsletters and podcasts
- Articles on Crunchbase, Medium, etc.
- HackerNews, Reddit (sometimes) and of course Product Hunt

And local startup events, founder meetups, conferences and trade shows are very underrated in my opinion.

Neel Patel · Answer

@olenabomko @abhra_ch I believe that the Lean startup was the most relevant when it came out but it's not enough now. We discussed about the concepts in the book in detail and how they are irrelevant on this episode: https://youtu.be/FoIB0u03aVA

Thomas Yanik · Answer

@neelptl2602 what is your podcast, would you mind sharing the link, who knows it turns out to be good.

Kostya Bolshukhin · Answer

Hubspot Academy and blog are a great source of basic but practical guides on marketing and sales Like the article on Li outreach with templates https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/b... "Learn Design & Design Basics" by Figma is a great way to start figuring out how to do good design. https://www.figma.com/resource-l... Also would recommend YC videos and lenny's podcast to learn from the best in the industry. YC how to get first customers video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyYCn_kAngI Lenny's interview with Jason Fried from 37 Signals (Basecamp) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAnF0tk0di8

Abhra Ch. · Answer

@neelptl2602 Definitely gonna check it out 🤔 Also Launching soon guys. Would really appreciate your support 🤞 (https://www.producthunt.com/prod...)

Abhra Ch. · Answer

Hey @olenabomko! 😊 Great question! For startup founders, I'd recommend checking out 'The Lean Startup' by Eric Ries and Y Combinator's Startup School. Both are treasure troves of insights and practical advice. 😄 Also, don't miss out on Paul Graham's essays; they're gold! Happy reading and best of luck with your startup journey! 🚀

Annie Engelhardth · Answer

LinkedIn can be a treasure trove for startup info, but it's easy to get overwhelmed. The checklist mentioned here sounds like just what I need to focus my browsing.

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AngelList's blog has awesome tips on fundraising and startup strategies. It's a go-to for staying in the know.

Andrey Belousov · Answer

Google Keywords Planner or something for Keywords Research. Understands better to understand the market: user needs.

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Quora is surprisingly helpful for startup questions. You can get insights and advice from seasoned entrepreneurs.

Ankur Sharma · Answer

If you are looking for practical insights and want to learn from someone who has done it before, you can check out WiseAdvizor.com, where you can connect 1:1 with startup mentors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for personalized guidance.

Zenda · Answer

Thank you for sharing so many valuable resources!

Neel Patel · Answer

I'll shamelessly plugin my podcast since it's the most relevant for founders in today's day and age. Since it's something we all are figuring out ourselves and sharing the learnings that make sense right now. Links in my profile.

Arthur · Answer

Startup Founder Playbook by StartupDigest is essential for beginners. It covers everything from starting up to scaling your business.

Yvik Ye · Answer

Thanks for sharing! Your  insights are awesome!

What are the best resources for startup founders?

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