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Juno: You will feel the Benefit
Ally Fekaiki founder of Juno, shares the inspiring journey of transforming an idea into a thriving business dedicated to offering meaningful employee benefits. The conversation delves into self-reliance and personal experiences within entrepreneurship, highlighting the differences between startup incubators and accelerator programs. Ali articulates his aspirations for Juno and the larger well-being economy. Samantha Miles joins the discussion, exploring listener responses and the theme of learning overload. The episode wraps up with insights on engaging with the Founded & Grounded community and a preview of the fast-food industry's challenges in the upcoming episode.
Key Points
- Juno is a marketplace that empowers employees by giving them an allowance to spend on benefits that truly make them happy, such as childcare, massages, or food box deliveries.
- Ally, the founder of Juno, advocates for the "just do it" approach to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of starting your business journey with whatever resources you have and building a community around your idea.
- Despite the challenges of delegation and the importance of self-care, Ally expresses scepticism about the value of business advisors and accelerator programs, suggesting that entrepreneurs should trust their own instincts and capabilities.
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