The transition from “visionary” to “operator” is where most ventures die. I’m here to make sure yours doesn’t.
I don’t believe in the aggressive hustle culture and get-rich-quick-scheme methods that have become so commonplace in early startup advice. Instead, I believe in the power of the quiet builders who are willing to learn deeply, focus hard on something everyone says is impossible, and just build their dream. Then change the world.
I’m Ben Schmidt. I’ve lived the founder’s journey from the initial panic and confusion to the successful exit (selling to a multinational). I know that building something extraordinary is lonely, terrifying, but absolutely worth it.
You won’t find generic growth hacks here. My team and I work to share the hard-won, practical lessons you need to survive the grind and build a business that lasts.
Every step, I’ve personally seen and experienced. From dream to the first moments after incorporation, to building, to scaling, to investments, and exit. It’s a lot. But it is an incredible way of life, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Let’s get to work.
Before you go…
#If you’re interested in speaking/advising, my team and I can set up an intro:
» email B then EN @ iambenschmidt.com
» DM me on LinkedIn Ben Schmidt
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