The Minimum Viable Podcast

Hello Startup Different folks,

Alright, buckle up because Chris and David Sinkinson are dropping truth bombs as they wrap up the first season of The Startup Different Podcast. Our last episode of Season 1 covers the wild ride of startups, the MVP game-changer, and the messy art of trial and error. It was a gooder and we’ve outlined some of the big themes below.

High hopes and reality checks

The bros kick things off by tackling the classic startup myth — thinking things will be a breeze. Spoiler alert: They won't be. Chris and David spill the beans on the harsh reality of startup challenges and how optimism can sometimes be a bit misguided. Entrepreneurs are chronically overly optimistic - it’s a gift, it’s a curse.

Big fans of the mvp

Enter the MVP, the not-so-secret weapon of the startup world. It's not just a fancy product strategy; it's a whole framework that works wonders in every nook and cranny of a business. The guys swear by it, emphasizing how it's not just about making products but about learning from small mistakes, bouncing back, and getting better.

pinstriping

Switching gears, the Sinkinsons dive into pinstriping, a metaphor for refining a product. The MVP's role in this iterative process is enormous — build, measure, learn, and refine. And spoiler alert #2: Refinement is not a one-shot deal. It takes a bunch of tweaks and turns to get it just right.

The MVP’ed Podcast

Talking about their podcasting journey, Chris and David share the struggle of creating content that matters. They show their iterative evolution from freestyle blabber to more structured talks. Unscripted to a bit more scripted, they stress the importance of putting effort into what they're putting out there for listeners.

quality matters

Into the hardware zone, Chris's love for gadgets shines as they chat about podcast production quality. The hosts dish on their ongoing quest to level up the audio-visual game. Taking notes from successful podcasters, they stress the need for inspiration in shaping their unique style. Zooming out from podcasting, Chris and David talk about scaling and structuring iteration. It's not just about doing things; it's about doing them consistently and efficiently.

Bringing it all together

Wrapping it all up, the Sinkinsons stress that the MVP approach isn't just for products. It's a whole mood for marketing, sales, and even HR stuff. As they sign off for now, they promise a pumped-up Season Two with a fresh look and even juicier content. The first season may be in the books, but the startup adventures are far from over. Stay tuned for more MVP magic and startup shenanigans.

Check out Chris and Dave's chat about this in their latest episode.

-The Startup Different Team