The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett E32 Michelle Kennedy - From Matchmaking to Motherhood
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May 15, 2019 Michelle Kennedy, Co-CEO of the billion-pound dating app Badoo and founder of Peanut, dives into her remarkable journey from corporate lawyer to entrepreneur. She discusses the mission behind Peanut, aimed at connecting mothers and combating isolation. Kennedy shares the emotional challenges of juggling motherhood with career ambitions and offers insights on resilience in business. She reflects on the importance of support systems, community building, and the pride of receiving recognition at Apple’s WWDC, emphasizing the transformative power of networking for women in tech.
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Inspiration for Peanut
- Michelle Kennedy felt frustrated with existing products for mothers after her son's birth.
- They felt patronizing and didn't acknowledge her identity beyond motherhood.
Validate Before Building
- Don't start app development with the app itself.
- Explore alternative ways to validate your product idea before investing in a full-fledged app.
Finding the Right Investors
- Finding investors who understand your product and vision matters more than their demographics.
- Focus on connecting with those who value the market size and opportunity.