In the debut episode of GorillaCast, host Ami Rubinstein has a discussion with Risto Rautakorpi, a founding partner at Gorilla Capital. Together, they delve into the hard-earned lessons of building successful startups. They discuss the critical stages of startup growth, including the importance of finding product-market fit and understanding why customers buy. They explore the pitfalls of premature scaling and celebrate the resilience founders need to succeed. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring founders looking to avoid common mistakes and navigate the startup journey effectively.