Start It or Scrap It
Start It or Scrap It is the ultimate brainstorming session you didn’t know you needed! Join Mike Terkanian, a seasoned business attorney with a knack for spotting potential pitfalls, and Mr. Gummi, a dynamic marketing expert with a flair for turning dreams into reality, as they dive into the wild world of Reddit. Each week, they uncover unique ideas, dissect ambitious plans, and give honest, actionable advice. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your business pitch, pivot a passion project, or find the courage to scrap what’s not working, this duo has you covered.
Laugh, learn, and get inspired—because every great idea deserves a moment in the spotlight (or a reality check).
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Podcasting since 2025 • 63 episodes
Start It or Scrap It
Latest Episodes
The Exact Hire That Changes Everything
Most founders hire based on urgency.Smart founders hire based on stage.In Episode 63 of Start It or Scrap It, we break down:• When to hire generalists• When specialists become necessary• Why hiring timing determines ...
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Episode 63
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Founder Syndrome: The #1 Reason Businesses Stop Growing
Most founders think their biggest problem is competition.It’s not. It’s control.In this episode, we break down Founder Syndrome — what it is, why it happens, and how it silently prevents businesses from scaling. We also talk about h...
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Episode 62
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59:42
You Can Do Everything Right... And Still Fail
Starting a business isn’t about certainty. It’s about judgment.In Episode 61 we break down:- Why market research isn’t a guarantee- How founders actually make decisions- Why marketing matters more than product early on- ...
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Episode 61
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1:03:48
Hire or Automate? The Mistake Founders Make Too Early
Most founders don’t fail because they lack ideas they fail because they make the wrong decisions too early.In Episode 60 of Start It or Scrap It, Mike Terkanian and Gummi Sigurdarson break down:- When you should automate instead of ...
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Episode 60
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Why Most Podcasts Fail (And What Founders Get Wrong)
Most podcasts don’t fail because of bad microphones, bad cameras, or bad editing.They fail because founders misunderstand branding, audience, and consistency.In Episode 59 of Start It or Scrap It, Mike Terkanian and Gummi Sigurd...
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Episode 59
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