Show Notes:
In this episode, I’m joined by Connor Ellison, a serial Entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of POGR, for an honest and inspiring chat about what it really takes to build a business in the gaming world. Connor opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, from his early college days and self-taught lessons to the big wins and tough moments of launching a startup.
We dive into the power of curiosity, the importance of always learning, and what it’s like to lead a global team. Connor also shares the behind-the-scenes of getting investor-ready, navigating the venture capital world, and the key metrics that actually move the needle when you're growing a business.
Connor gets real about the challenges of the startup grind in such a competitive industry and offers plenty of gold nuggets on everything from securing your first customer to building a rock-solid team. If you’re curious about startup life, the gaming industry, or how to prepare for fundraising like a pro, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
To connect with our guest, click on the links below:
https://www.instagram.com/pogr/
https://www.instagram.com/connorellison/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/connorellison/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZU598lqlmA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEOSd0UZ5e8&ref=podcast.justgogrind.com
Connect with me:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-parsons-cfo/
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