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Episode 12954:19

David Cramer, founder of Sentry - why you should consider M&A

David Cramer, co-founder of Sentry talks M&As and why they should be utilized more when you don’t achieve huge success. Plus we talk about the importance of good branding.

We discuss:
  • The biggest mistake small startup founders make by not exploring potential acquisitions.
  • The role of ego in startups
  • Product-market-fit
  • Hiring entrepreneurial talent and why acqui-hiring is so big.
  • The significance of branding beyond just marketing – how it builds trust, recognition, and demand.
  • Sentry’s approach to branding, emphasizing authenticity, community, and accessibility.
  • What DevTools can learn from Liquid Death and Porsche
  • Why brand matters
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