Episode 1: In this first episode of Founder Mode, hosts Jason Shafton (Google, Headspace) and Kevin Henrikson (Acompli, Outlook, Instacart) break down the idea that luck isn't random—it's a skill you can manufacture. Through candid stories from their experiences at Google, Microsoft, and early-stage startups, Jason and Kevin reveal how successful founders intentionally create their own opportunities by taking risks, building strategic relationships, and rapidly experimenting. The conversation highlights the true essence of "founder mode," emphasizing a relentless bias for action, deep customer focus, and the growing importance of AI tools for entrepreneurs. Whether you're just starting out or leading at scale, this episode delivers actionable insights and inspiration to help you shift into founder mode and start making your own luck.0:27 – What Is Founder Mode?3:19 – Applying Founder Mode to Life5:02 – The Hard Work Behind ‘Luck’9:16 – Kevin’s Background11:05 – Jason’s Google Years14:14 – Getting ‘Lucky’ at Microsoft20:24 – Mentorship & Advisor Mode23:50 – Transition to Building With Few Resources33:04 – Curiosity, Team Building, & Leadership35:25 – IRL Networking & Personal Branding40:51 – Bias for Action: Shipping Quickly44:25 – Final Takeaways & Who This Podcast Is ForSubscribe to Founder Mode newsletter: https://foundermode.kit.com/Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinhenrikson/ https://twitter.com/KevinHenriksonConnect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonshafton/ https://twitter.com/jasonshafton

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