A sneak peek into what starting the M&A process of your startup looks like. Is anyone taking my calls? Who is helping me? And how do I feel about it all?! This and other reflections from the first few weeks.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaCo

27. Don't tell me you're sorry

Feb 21st, 2024 6m 52s

Not in New York and definitely not crying. Here's how I'm feeling in the aftermath of the big decision to sell my startup. And here's what some people are saying to me about it!Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /an

26. I'm selling my startup!

Jan 21st, 2024 8m 20s

Big decisions! A new city (sort of) and a whole new chapter for me as a founder. Super excited about both. Here are some reasons for why I made these decisions and what happens now.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn:

25. Exciting news for Zvook!

Aug 5th, 2023 7m 24s

Spent 2 weeks in LA. Got back to Phoenix. Took an important step with my startup. Also had some less exciting developments. If you're a startup founder, you can relate.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaS

24. The one time I had $200 on my bank account

Jul 4th, 2023 8m 20s

I've never talked about it publicly. $200 on my account. No savings. My visa running out in 3 weeks. My rent late. They say it's darkest just before the dawn. That's what it felt like. And that's when I learned to get comfortable with chaos.Fol

23. How I vet a VC fund in 10 minutes

May 7th, 2023 8m 47s

Fundraising isn't about quantity as much as it is about quality. Instead of "spray and pray", I spend 10 minutes vetting each fund. Here's how I decide who to talk to - and who not to waste time on.Shoutout to Eniac Ventures that I used as an e

22. When an investor dreams with you

May 3rd, 2023 6m 22s

In their hearts and on their websites they want to invest in visionary startups. But in reality, few investors can identify one. The masses see the reality only after you've built it. But how do you recognize an investor that can actually dream

21. Things about Phoenix that blew me away

Apr 28th, 2023 5m 46s

Two months in the fifth biggest city of America. Getting to know the startup ecosystem, getting surprised by so many things. Phoenix reminds me of another city I know very well..Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /a

20. See you later, LA!

Mar 1st, 2023 4m 25s

Apparently two months is a long time to stay in one place. For me. So when an opportunity knocks, you bet I pack my bags and go! Definitely returning back to LA but first a little more adventuring.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with

19. Most successful founders have moved cities and countries

Feb 14th, 2023 11m 14s

I've lived in five different countries across three continents. I have beaten the odds of a cold start over and over again. So when I build a startup, you bet I will succeed.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annar

18. My founder frustrations

Feb 10th, 2023 7m 39s

You know that feeling when you scream to yourself "I f*cking know how to solve this" and then just go back to not doing it because you don't have time, money or human resources? Yeah, those frustrations.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnec

17. Women supporting women is a myth

Feb 8th, 2023 6m 17s

Sharing some personal experiences, and knowing I am not the only one. This false narrative may end up hurting women more than helping us.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays for

16. Three early observations about LA as a founder

Jan 24th, 2023 5m 37s

All events start early and end early. A lot of people are into wellness. And a few other learnings based on my very social week out in LA!Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays for

15. A faulty idea of a great CEO

Jan 19th, 2023 8m 3s

I have not always played to my strengths because I was ashamed to admit that there were things I just wasn't great at. I tried to convince myself that I will learn to love process flows and Excel sheets. But nope. I won't. And I shouldn't.Follo

14. First two weeks in LA

Jan 18th, 2023 4m 31s

Who would have thought I won't miss NYC after two weeks in LA! I've found my rhythm in LA but I've got to be honest, I can't wait to get social. So that's exactly what I'm going to do this week. Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with m

13. Not my American dream

Jan 7th, 2023 9m 57s

I never had an American dream. But here I am, building a startup as an immigrant in the United States. My journey from NYC to LA has not been a smooth one but it's been worth it.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /a

12. From disaster in Copenhagen to home in LA

Jan 6th, 2023 3m 50s

Spending Christmas alone in Copenhagen, then coming "back" to a city that I have never lived in. And suddenly I feel like home. Life is wild!Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays

#11 Founder bestie

Dec 22nd, 2022 3m 35s

I sat down with my founder bestie today. Truthfully, without her I would not be a sane person by this point of the founder journey!Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays for the or

#10 First day in Copenhagen

Dec 19th, 2022 3m 5s

My world tour has taken me to the cute capital of Denmark. From the airport to the office and to our first meeting with the new advisor. Not loving the weather.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial t

#9 Why investors lack empathy

Dec 14th, 2022 5m 58s

Do you feel that investors should have founder experience? I do. Sharing in this update the biggest problem I see in the startup investor world. Do you agree?Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial tha

#8 A founder's day in Spain

Dec 13th, 2022 6m 49s

A quick glimpse into my Tuesday as a remote founder working in Spain. Not your average nine-to-five, let me tell you that!Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays for the original po

#7 Life update

Dec 12th, 2022 4m 5s

A lot is going on but productivity has been high! Three quick updates on what is going on and what to expect next. Life is wild but I am grateful for it.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks t

#6 Investor story

Dec 8th, 2022 7m 13s

Dodged the bullet with a disrespectful VC. We've all been there but here's what I learned from my recent experience.Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays for the original podcast

#5 December fatigue

Dec 7th, 2022 4m 41s

Not sure about you guys but I've always had a little December fatigue. Especially this year. After a challenging 2022 and ahead of a massive 2023, I'm not going to lie, I'm looking forward to a little Christmas break!Follow me on Instagram: @an

#4 Zvook has a new advisor!

Dec 6th, 2022 4m 41s

My strategy for building an advisory board has been very different from most founders. Signing our first one was worth the wait!Follow me on Instagram: @annaratalaConnect with me on LinkedIn: /annaratalaSpecial thanks to Ryan Hays for the origi