In this episode of Musings of an Entrepreneur, Larson Stair sits down with Julie Penner to explore the “Collaborative Stances” framework, also known as Shared Vision. Learn how this approach helps startup founders and teams make critical decisions, enhance collaboration, and navigate through key stages of growth. Julie shares insights from her 20+ years of working with startups and accelerators like Techstars, while also offering practical steps for founders to empower their teams. Perfect for those looking to improve team dynamics and leadership in the early days of their startup journey.

In this episode, Larson Stair from Stairstep Strategies dives deep into “The Art of the Demo” as part of a Techstars presentation series. Larson, a seasoned entrepreneur with a strong sales background, walks you through how to run an engaging, effective product demo that aligns with your prospect’s needs. He covers key points like setting up for success, asking the right discovery questions, and maintaining engagement throughout the demo. Tune in for practical tips, real-world insights, and live feedback, and learn how to turn your demo into a powerful sales tool.

In this episode of Musings of an Entrepreneur, Larson Stair shares advice for solo founders seeking the perfect co-founder. Drawing from his own experience, Larson discusses how to approach the search by connecting with early-stage FinTech founders or employees who have sold their companies or moved on. He emphasizes the importance of finding someone who complements your skills and building a strong working relationship, as a co-founder partnership is much like a marriage—full of long hours and collaboration. Find someone who brings new ideas, challenges assumptions, and feels energized by your project.