Book Info
Name of Book : True Founder
Author : Marc Lafleur
Publisher : Forbes Books
Publication Date : 7 February, 2023
No. of Hours : 4 Hours 54 Minutes
Format : Netgalley Audio
Why did I choose the book ?
I was searching for a non fiction over Netgalley. True Founder by Marc Lafleur was available in exchange of a review. As an aspiring business start up, the description was attarctive.
Where to get the book ?
True Founder by Marc Lafleur is available on Amazon :
Author Introduction
Building three businesses from the ground up has given Marc Lafleur a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive business landscape. As the co-founder and former CEO of truLOCAL, he’s built it into a team of 60+ people, expanded across Canada and the US, and successfully led its $16.7 million acquisition — all within five years. Most recently, Marc is celebrating the launch of his first book with Forbes, True Founder: What No one Else Has the Guts to Teach You About Starting Your First Business”. And of course, for fun, Marc is currently racing a Mercedes AMG GT4 in Canada’s professional sportscar racing series, FEL”.
Blurb
First-time founders, all first-time founders. If you're looking to pull the trigger and quit your job, this book is for you. If you're trying to figure out whether you should hire your first team member based on experience, or take a chance on hiring friends, this book is for you. If you're trying to decide between angel funding, VC funding, or debt, this book is for you. If you're sitting there reading this feeling like you're about to burn out and that you're doing everything wrong, this book is for you.
No doubt you've had someone make a comment about how you work too much or you need to take a break. As a first-time founders, you're guilted for giving up your work-life balance. Yet anywhere else in life, sacrifice is encouraged. Think about a ball player who decided to go to the league after one year of college. Or a billboard artist who spends every night and every last dollar in the studio working on their debut album. Even a PhD student who's given up on even starting life until they're done their 10 year specialization. In all these situations, you get a pat on the back for your risk and sacrifice
Well it's time to stop feeling guilty, instead it's time lean into it. Your willingness to chase your dreams is what sets you apart, it's your own personal competitive advantage and True Founder is here to arm you with the strategies you need to double down on that.
My Opinion
A wonderful book for aspiring founders who are struggling in their day to day business life. As an upcoming founder myself, I found the book inspiring. The author helps us in understanding the sacrifices and shortcomings faced by new businesses in the initial stages. He also shared his personal experiences which were truly provides an insight. Also, the author emphasizes on Work- Life balance which I think is the most important thing. I liked the narrator's voice and really enjoyed the book.
Definitely, 5 stars for the book. Thanks to Forbes Books and Netgalley for providing me with an opportunity to read and review the book.
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