In this episode, Jack Burlinson, founder of StageGlass shares insights into the challenges and decisions involved in navigating the modern entrepreneurial landscape.

He reflects on the value of intentional information consumption, the strategic bet on leveraging furniture, fixtures, and equipment manufacturers' high customer acquisition costs, and the critical importance of sleep for efficiency.

Burlinson also discusses his gratitude for his mother's lessons on emotional resilience, his journey towards finding product-market fit, and the blend of personal interests that complement his professional life.

The conversation explores broader topics like business history, innovative market strategies, and the evolving role of software in business.

• 00:00 Debunking Common Advice and Exploring Personal Insights
• 01:02 Introducing Jack Burlinson and StageGlass
• 02:58 The Art of Acquiring Customers and Making Strategic Bets
• 05:35 The Underrated Importance of Sleep
• 06:35 Gratitude and Emotional Resilience: Lessons from Mom
• 07:46 The Quest for Product-Market Fit
• 10:02 Exploring Hobbies and Balancing Work with Personal Life
• 12:26 Pitching a Unique Business History Podcast Idea
• 16:03 Envisioning the Future of StageGlass and Software Business Models