EP186: Starting a Business Without Investors

Startup Myths, Busted

(Recorded Live on Clubhouse May 9th, 2025)
Chris and Dave Sinkinson, authors of Startup Different, join us to challenge the conventional startup playbook. No VC? No problem. Hear their journey of scaling a software company with empathy, grit, and zero outside funding.

Hosts: Colin C. Campbell, Michele Van Tilborg

Guests: Chris and David Sinkinson 

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