#8 Scaling a Startup to $50M ARR: Timeless Wisdom From Diane Prince’s First Step in a 30-Year Entrepreneurial Journey

The Startup Journey Podcast

This episode shines a spotlight on Diane Prince, whose entrepreneurial career launched with a bang through her first venture, Onstaff, which quickly grew to a $50M ARR business.

Diane's journey didn’t stop there; it was merely the beginning of a 30-year-long odyssey through the startup ecosystem, where she built multiple startups, achieving five successful exits.

Beyond her entrepreneurial success, Diane has also made her mark as a highly regarded business coach, sharing the lessons learned from her extensive experience.

Today, we delve deep into the timeless lessons learned with Onstaff, the recruitment startup that set the stage for Diane's career.

In this episode, we explore:

• The genesis and growth of Onstaff, detailing how Diane transformed a niche idea into a major player in the recruitment industry.
• Key takeaways from Diane’s transition from a first-time founder to a seasoned serial entrepreneur and mentor, emphasising the timeless lessons of entrepreneurship she’s shared over the years.
• Insights into strategic planning, goal setting, and the critical importance of understanding what you want to achieve with your startup.
• Diane’s perspective on the evolution of the startup world over three decades, offering both historical wisdom and advice that remains relevant for today's entrepreneurs.

Whether you’re embarking on your first startup venture, scaling your current business, or exploring potential exits, there’s something you’ll be able to take away from Diane’s story.

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