In this podcast episode Anina Botha shares her experiences and emphasizes the importance of support, networks, and a focus on early-stage and user experience for success in the startup world, especially for women. Chapter: 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Anina Botha's Company Overview 02:12 Location Independence 05:11 Challenges and Strategies of Being Location Independent 08:18 Importance of Word of Mouth and Personal Interaction 09:35 Female Founders in Startup Communities 15:12 Personal Founding Journey 15:37 De-risking and Starting a Business 17:15 Importance of Support System and Networking 20:03 Role of Mentoring Platforms 23:26 Startup Ecosystem and Reciprocity 25:22 Defining Success for 10/1 30:44 Experience with Investors 31:39 Angel Investing 31:52 Startup Funding 32:51 Advice on Navigating the Startup World 33:21 Final Thoughts 34:45 Closing Remarks 🔗 Useful Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aninalambrechts/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenslashone/