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Introducing ’Hunters and Unicorns’ – Your Gateway to Tech Leadership Insights!
Are you hungry for the inside scoop on what it takes to lead in the dynamic world of technology? Look no further than our celebrated interview series, ’Hunters and Unicorns’! Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of the trailblazers who are shaping the future of the tech landscape.
🎙️ Unveil the Playbooks of Tech Titans!
🚀 Revealing strategies of tech leaders driving growth.
🔍 Dive into pivotal past experiences.
🌐 1M+ global downloads – a community of tech enthusiasts.
🎯 Insights from thought leaders, entrepreneurs, execs.
🔥 Ignite innovation, leadership, extraordinary achievements.
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How Martin Mao Built a Startup from Zero to MILLION$
Hunters and Unicorns
1 hour 5 minutes 19 seconds
3 months ago
How Martin Mao Built a Startup from Zero to MILLION$
In this episode of East Coast Elite, Simon Kouttis and Ollie Kuehne sit down with Martin Mao, co-founder and CEO of Chronosphere.
From his early days at Uber to founding one of the most disruptive startups in observability, Martin shares what it takes to navigate uncertainty, build conviction, and win at scale. We dive into the mindset shifts behind leaving a tech giant to build something bold, how Martin sees the future of observability, and what it means to lead with clarity in a rapidly evolving market. If you're a founder, engineer, or operator seeking real insights from a builder at the top, this one’s for you.
Key Topics Covered
00:00 Intro
02:10 What Makes a Strong Founder
04:48 Why Martin Left Uber
09:22 Founding Chronosphere
13:41 Competing with Industry Giants
19:05 The Startup Learning Curve
26:38 Early GTM Decisions
33:20 Scaling with Intent
39:40 Balancing Vision and Feedback
46:14 Leadership Lessons in Hypergrowth
50:12 What’s Next for Chronosphere 52:49 Closing Reflections
3 Biggest Lessons
Leaving comfort for conviction: Martin’s leap from Uber shows that bold moves start with internal clarity, not external certainty.
Product-market fit is just the beginning: Real traction comes from execution, team culture, and continuous iteration.
Disruption requires ruthless focus: Be crystal clear on who you serve and why your product matters—then say no to everything else.
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Notable Quotes “You don’t need to have all the answers before you start.” “It’s not about being better—it’s about being different in a meaningful way.” “Startups work when you're solving real pain, not just building cool tech.”
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Hunters and Unicorns
Introducing ’Hunters and Unicorns’ – Your Gateway to Tech Leadership Insights!
Are you hungry for the inside scoop on what it takes to lead in the dynamic world of technology? Look no further than our celebrated interview series, ’Hunters and Unicorns’! Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of the trailblazers who are shaping the future of the tech landscape.
🎙️ Unveil the Playbooks of Tech Titans!
🚀 Revealing strategies of tech leaders driving growth.
🔍 Dive into pivotal past experiences.
🌐 1M+ global downloads – a community of tech enthusiasts.
🎯 Insights from thought leaders, entrepreneurs, execs.
🔥 Ignite innovation, leadership, extraordinary achievements.
🦄🎉 Subscribe for transformative tech insights!