My guest today is Murat Mutlu who is the cofounder & CEO of the design platform Marvel and research platform Ballpark. Interview Video: https://youtu.be/iXv4tqlL6vc In this episode, we discuss the following: - Murat Mutlu bio - How working at a design agency makes you better at sales - Why work on side projects as a designer - How to build trust with your cofounders - Do you have to be best friends with your cofounders - What to look for in a cofounder for your first project/startup - Is it necessary to have same interests, hobbies as your cofounders - Red flags to look out for in a potential cofounder - Biggest regret before starting a company - Building a strong network before starting a new venture - Transitioning from designer to a CEO - Focusing less on design after becoming a CEO - What if you can't level up in your role as CEO to meet the company needs - It's all about sales - Why keep the company located in London - Choosing not to build a personal brand - Freeing up your time as CEO to think about the future - How to stay motivated over the years working on the same problem - How to not get distracted with side projects as a CEO - How to get in touch with Murat Mutlu For show notes, guest bio, and more, please visit: www.designmba.show