In this episode, Michael Houck shares his journey of raising capital for his company, Launch House. He discusses how he started his entrepreneurial journey with no connections in Silicon Valley and worked his way into roles at Uber Eats and Airbnb. Houck then started Launch House during the height of the pandemic as a way to be around other people. This led to the founding of Launch House, a co-living community for founders. The concept gained attention and momentum, leading to a successful capital raise.
Here are some key points in this episode
03:12 - Launch House gained attention and momentum.
05:28 - Zig when others zagged.
10:09 - Investors want support and excitement.
19:28 - Transition from a VC-backed company to an independent community
23:30 - Growing a newsletter with content marketing and paid ads.
26:29 - Build a personal brand for success.
30:45 - Strategies for growth apply to any industry.
38:02 - Building an audience before launching.
40:46 - Superconductor breakthrough sparks investment potential.
About Michael Houck:
Michael Houck is an entrepreneur and founder who gained attention for his role in launching and growing the co-living community, Launch House. With a background in startups like Uber Eats and Airbnb, Michael leveraged his network and innovative ideas to create a unique and successful venture. While Launch House faced challenges and eventually pivoted, Michael has since focused on building his brand through his popular newsletter, which has quickly gained a large following.
He is also the creator of Megaphone, a service that helps founders amplify their reach and connect with other creators. Michael's expertise in community building and content marketing makes him a valuable resource for entrepreneurs looking to grow their brands.
Links mentioned:
Get more tips on how to build, grow, and raise capital for your startup https://join.houck.news/
Connect with Michael Houck on Twitter: https://twitter.com/callmehouck
Amplify your content organically through: https://megaphone.network/
Hosted by Jason Kirby - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrkirby/
Email Jason at jason@thunder.vc
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