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Navigating the Emotional Toll of Startup Shutdowns - Jaclyn Siu of Starcycle
Inside Startup Funding
1 hour 27 minutes
1 month ago
Navigating the Emotional Toll of Startup Shutdowns - Jaclyn Siu of Starcycle
In this conversation, Jacyln Siu of Starcycle shares her journey from growing up in Hong Kong to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the U.S. She discusses the emotional challenges of shutting down startups, the importance of community and networking, and how these experiences shaped her new venture, Starcycle. The conversation emphasizes resilience, learning from failure, and the significance of building supportive relationships in the entrepreneurial journey.
00:00 From Hong Kong to Entrepreneurship02:54 The Journey of Learning and Adapting06:02 The Pain of Shutdowns and Lessons Learned08:50 The Birth of Star Cycle12:01 Navigating the Challenges of Starting Over14:48 Building a Supportive Network17:50 The Importance of Customer Development20:56 Pricing Strategies and Iteration24:04 Facing the Reality of Shutdowns27:01 The Role of Investors in a Founder’s Journey29:57 Building in Public and Community Support
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