Noah Kagan (@noahkagan) has made AppSumo a massive success — and he's spilling the beans on how to launch, build, and grow a successful software business. Noah likes to keep things weird, and our conversation is proof of that: from Taco T-shirts to failing at entrepreneurship, we walk through the ups and down of a wild and intriguing founder journey.

If you're looking for guidance that actually helps you find your footing, Noah's your man.

00:00:00 Lessons From Noah Kagan's Entrepreneurial Journey
00:12:54 Overcoming Fear of Asking for Help
00:17:56 Importance of Asking and Repeating Messaging
00:26:25 Business Development and Patience in Entrepreneurship
00:30:26 Entrepreneurial Insights on Book Launches
00:37:07 Building Relationships for Business Growth

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This episode is sponsored by Acquire.com

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322: Noah Kagan — Early Stage Founder Hurdles & How to Jump Them

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322: Noah Kagan — Early Stage Founder Hurdles & How to Jump Them