🚀 Thinking of starting a business? Already launched but feeling stuck? 

In this candid and insightful episode, Loanspark CEO Michael Barnett sits down with Rebecca Engle—strategy and operations expert—to unpack the real truths behind launching and scaling a successful company.

You’ll learn:
✅ When to trust your gut and just do the thing
✅ How to avoid analysis paralysis and perfection traps
✅ Why some ideas never turn into businesses (and how to fix that)
✅ What early-stage founders get wrong about money, hiring, and growth
✅ How to know when it’s time to push harder, pause, or pivot completely

Whether you’re a first-time founder, a solo entrepreneur, or a consultant guiding others, this conversation is packed with hard-earned wisdom and actionable advice.

🧠 Key Topics:
- MVP mindset vs. perfectionism
- Financial discipline & cash flow truths
- Building the right team for your stage
- The emotional rollercoaster of early startup life
- Scaling smart (not just fast)

Connect with Rebecca Engle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccasengle/

Connect with Michael Barnett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcbarnett/

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