EO What I Learned From In Hyper-growing Startups | Troy Malone | EO
Nov 25, 2025
Troy Malone, a seasoned tech executive with a rich history at companies like Evernote and Weebly, shares invaluable insights from his career. He dives into scaling Evernote during explosive user growth, the importance of monetization, and lessons from competing in crowded markets. Troy emphasizes the need for young entrepreneurs to take risks and build networks. He also discusses his transition to Utah for a better quality of life while mentoring founders on navigating international expansions. Discover his passion for developing talent in tech!
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Raise Enough Runway Early
- Raise more capital when you can to give runway through market downturns, even if it means giving up equity.
- Balance growth and runway to avoid cutting vital expansion when markets tighten.
Listen Selectively To Customer Feedback
- Customers often say what they want but not what they truly need, so discriminate feedback carefully.
- Product judgment requires knowing when to listen and when to ignore customer requests.
Use 'Be Awesome' As Permission To Experiment
- Be given the freedom to 'be awesome' and use that license to try creative strategies.
- Experiment boldly because some unconventional bets will transform your business.