The Founder’s Edge: Secrets to Growing Alongside Your Business with Entrepreneur and Investor, Dave Parker - Episode 23

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The Founder’s Edge: Secrets to Growing Alongside Your Business with Entrepreneur and Investor, Dave Parker - Episode 23
Sep 18, 2025 Episode 23
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Entrepreneurs are the ones who’ll change the world - so if you can help thousands of entrepreneurs at once, imagine how much change lies in your hands…

Dave Parker’s a 5-time Founder with decades of experience in the tech world.

From his storied past, he emboldens others with future-focused guidance that’s impossible to ignore.

From the #1 reason for startup failure, to the one quality that too many Founders lack, every word from Dave Parker is laced with wisdom - often learned first hand.

So if you’re a fledgling Founder preparing for exit, what follows is a glance at the blueprint you’ll want to follow…

Key takeaways from this episode:

  • Founder self-awareness is crucial for entrepreneurial success, especially in the early stages
  • Different phases of business growth require distinct mindsets, skills, and adaptability from founders
  • Understanding and choosing the right revenue model can significantly impact a startup’s sustainability, valuation, and growth trajectory
  • Successful entrepreneurs often align their work with personal passion and long-term impact
  • Entrepreneurs are defined by what they say “no” to

Dave Parker 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveparker/

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https://eonetwork.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/entrepreneursorganization/

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