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All Things EnduranceAuthor: Rick Prince
This podcast interviews experts in all areas of endurance sports, as well as sports psychology, exercise science, nutrition, biomechanics and coaching. Language: en-us Genres: Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 53: Business Startup Considerations with Pao Labs Co-founder Zack Yu
Friday, 17 April, 2026
In this episode of the “All Things Endurance Podcast,” host Rick Prince chats with Zack Yu, co-founder of Pao Labs, a new energy-fueling company. Zack discusses a variety of topics related to the startup experience, including imposter syndrome, scaling without funding, and developing a support network! Regardless of the industry, Zack’s commentary is meaningful and pertinent to anyone starting and/or scaling a self-funded startup.Below are the specific areas that Rick and Zack chat about during this episode: 1. Could you tell our listeners a little bit more about yourself and starting/scaling Pao Labs? 2. Your company is self-funded. What made you go that route versus seeking out investors?3. What are some of the biggest challenges you’ve had in starting Pao Labs?4. A lot of people struggle with imposter syndrome, especially when starting their own businesses. Have you dealt with that as well?5. Starting and scaling a startup can be a lonely road. What type of support network do you have to reduce or eliminate some of that loneliness?6. What was the “ah-ha moment” for you and your co-founder that led to starting Pao Labs?7. Do you have any advice for someone looking to start a small business without outside funding?8. Could you tell our listeners about winning a prize at TRE and what that meant to you and your company?9. Where do you see Pao Labs in five years?10. Lastly, could you tell our listeners a little bit more about your company and its products?To learn more about Zack and Pao Labs, please visit: https://paolabs.com/ For $75 off a UESCA certification, use code ATE75
