What happens when the dream you’re building starts building pressure back on you?

In this raw and honest Build in Public episode, Andres shares what most founders don’t talk about: the silent stress of fundraising, due diligence, grant deadlines, sales targets, and scaling, all at the same time. From applying to a €3.9M subsidy to juggling investor conversations and major wholesaler pitches, the stakes are rising. And so is the cortisol.

But here’s the uncomfortable truth: if you don’t manage your nervous system, your business will eventually manage you.

We unpack what stress actually feels like in year two of building a food startup,the subtle shift from “I feel stressed” to “I am stressed,” the attachment to outcomes when the runway shortens, and the mental domino effect founders experience when everything suddenly feels urgent.

At the same time, we dive into the practical realities of scaling:

Why fundraising is a full-time job
What 50+ investor conversations teach you about money and power
How small product tweaks (like reducing oil) can unlock major commercial breakthroughs
Why convenience and experience are key when selling into wholesalers
How bold iteration turned feedback into growth

And much more...

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