In this episode of Startup Stories from the Treehouse, we sit down with veteran financial advisor Cary Prejean, who brings over 35 years of experience helping entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of startup finance. Cary shares actionable insights on mastering financial literacy, defining success, and building sustainable businesses. Learn why knowing your numbers is essential, how to avoid common financial pitfalls, and the importance of maintaining a "margin of safety." Cary also discusses navigating funding, creating scalable systems, and adopting an ownership mindset to lead effectively. Whether you're an early-stage founder or scaling your startup, this episode equips you with tools to align your financial strategy with your vision for long-term success. Subscribe to the Wildfire Labs Substack for podcast summaries and more insight on building a tech startup.
In this episode of Startup Stories from the Treehouse, we sit down with veteran financial advisor Cary Prejean, who brings over 35 years of experience helping entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of startup finance. Cary shares actionable insights on mastering financial literacy, defining success, and building sustainable businesses. Learn why knowing your numbers is essential, how to avoid common financial pitfalls, and the importance of maintaining a "margin of safety." Cary also discusses navigating funding, creating scalable systems, and adopting an ownership mindset to lead effectively. Whether you're an early-stage founder or scaling your startup, this episode equips you with tools to align your financial strategy with your vision for long-term success.
Subscribe to the Wildfire Labs Substack for podcast summaries and more insight on building a tech startup.