The Real Reason Why Your Startup Will Fail (And How to Avoid It)

25/04/2025 53 min
The Real Reason Why Your Startup Will Fail (And How to Avoid It)

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In this episode of Unf*ck My Startup, Ryan Allis — founder of iContact and SaaS Rise — reveals the real reason most startups fail (and why raising VC money too early can kill your business). He shares how focusing on customers, contracts, and revenue — not investors — took him from college dorm rooms to a $169M exit. Ryan breaks down the real math behind funding decisions, the dangers of over-raising, and why building a solid sales engine matters more than ever. Plus, we dive into bootstrapping strategies, revenue-based financing, and AI-powered outbound marketing for scaling smart in 2025 and beyond.🎯 If you're serious about scaling without selling your soul, this is the playbook you need.Find out morehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/retentionadam/https://www.youtube.com/@retentionadamhttps://www.rb2b.com/