Meti Basiri from ApplyBoard

10/03/2025 52 min

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Meti Basiri is the Co-Founder and CEO of ApplyBoard.ApplyBoard's mission is to empower students worldwide to unlock opportunities for the best education. With their innovative platform and expert team, they simplify the journey—from exploration and application to enrollment—helping thousands of students achieve their dreams of studying abroad.Takeaways- ApplyBoard's First Round of Investment.- Mission-Driven Culture and Creating Impact.- Scaling Challenges and Strategies- Adapting to Recent Policy Changes- ApplyBoard's Newest Venture - Capio- Maintaining Startup Mentality During Growth- Navigating Startup Culture and Growth Challenges- The Balance of Internal Promotions vs. External Hires- Co-Founder Dynamics: Family and Business- International Expansion: Cultural Adaptation and ChallengesChapters00:00 The Founding Story of ApplyBoard06:23 Navigating Early Investments09:11 Mission-Driven Culture and Impact13:58 Scaling Challenges and Strategies17:07 Adapting to Policy Changes21:09 Innovating with New Ventures24:05 Maintaining Startup Mentality During Growth26:29 Navigating Startup Culture and Growth Challenges29:13 The Balance of Internal Promotions vs. External Hires35:57 Co-Founder Dynamics: Family and Business39:30 International Expansion: Cultural Adaptation and Challenges43:27 Personal Growth and Resilience in Business47:37 Finding Balance: Hobbies and Positive MindsetKeywordsApplyBoard, entrepreneurship, international students, education, startup culture, investment, scaling, mission-driven, policy changes, innovation, startup culture, hiring practices, co-founder relationships, international expansion, personal growth, resilience, business challenges, company values, team dynamics, leadership