Startup Ecosystem: A Chat with Cody J. of Dium

In a recent episode of the "Founder Wisdom" podcast, Charles welcomed Cody J., the founder of Dium. Cody shared his journey in the startup space, emphasizing the importance of learning from failures and mentoring early-stage founders. He highlighted the rapid changes in the startup world, comparing it to the time dilation in the movie "Interstellar". Cody also introduced Dium's mission to create an incubator for tech startups, offering quality guidance without the traditional barriers. The platform aims to standardize the early stages of startup development, making the process more accessible and data-driven. By focusing on education and data collection, Dium hopes to provide tools and insights for both founders and investors. Cody stressed the importance of startups engaging with potential customers early on, using surveys, cold calls, and prototypes to gather valuable feedback.