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Startup Growth Podcast
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Fondo is an all-in-one accounting platform for startups. Get your books closed, taxes filed, and cash back from the IRS.
Show more...
Marketing
Business,
Entrepreneurship
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Stephen Llevano: The Founder Journey, Startup Surprises, and Takeaways for Every Founder
Startup Growth Podcast
31 minutes
2 months ago
Stephen Llevano: The Founder Journey, Startup Surprises, and Takeaways for Every Founder

Stephen Llevano is the founder and CEO of Capabuild, where he helps insurance contractors navigate complex compliance requirements through innovative software solutions. With deep expertise in the insurance contracting space, Stephen specializes in compliance management, operational efficiency, and helping growing contractors optimize their business operations while managing regulatory challenges.

In this episode, Stephen breaks down his journey from "reluctant entrepreneur" to building successful compliance management software, particularly the game-changing insights about truly understanding customer needs and how contractors can leverage proper compliance tools to streamline their operations and focus on growth.

We explore the challenges that traditional compliance methods have created for contractors and dive into practical strategies for navigating these changes, including when direct customer observation makes sense and how to leverage evolving pricing strategies and operational improvements. Stephen also explains the powerful long-term benefits of supporting local service businesses and the importance of building strong community relationships for sustainable growth.

Check out Capabuild:

  • https://www.capabuild.app/
  • https://apps.apple.com/us/app/capabuild/id1642228115
  • https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.capabuild.app&pcampaignid=web_share


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Where to find Stephen Llevano

  • X: https://x.com/StephenLlevano
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-llevano/


Where to Find David Phillips

  • X: https://x.com/davj
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davjphillips/


Takeaways

  1. Connecting directly with customers as a founder is crucial for product success
  2. Observing customers in their actual work environment reveals true needs beyond feedback
  3. Pricing strategies must evolve based on real customer insights and market dynamics
  4. Building a startup requires more time and emotional investment than initially expected
  5. The insurance industry is shifting, creating new opportunities for adaptive contractors
  6. Personal relationships often drive initial customer acquisition and business development
  7. Deep market understanding is essential for navigating industry complexities
  8. Operational efficiency directly impacts a contractor's ability to serve clients effectively
  9. Supporting local service businesses creates stronger community economic foundations
  10. Every entrepreneurial experience offers valuable learning opportunities worth embracing


Chapters

  • (00:01) The Entrepreneur's Journey
  • (03:03) Identifying Market Opportunities
  • (05:55) Building the First Version of Capabild
  • (08:51) Customer Acquisition and Pricing Strategies
  • (11:57) The Evolution of Capabuild
  • (20:56) Operational Challenges and Solutions
  • (23:51) Future of the Industry and Capabild's Mission
Startup Growth Podcast
Fondo is an all-in-one accounting platform for startups. Get your books closed, taxes filed, and cash back from the IRS.