Naked Truths: Founding in a Taboo Industry. Fireside with Farah Kabir / Hanx

Join Farah Kabir and Hanx for a candid conversation on founding in a taboo industry, tackling challenges, and embracing calculated risks to build a successful business that prioritizes women's health and wellness.

Key takeaways
  • Trust your gut and take calculated risks
  • Research and understand your market and competitors before entering a new space
  • Building trust and authority with your brand is crucial for success
  • Direct-to-consumer and subscription models can be effective for certain products
  • Female founders face unique challenges, but having a supportive community and investors can help overcome them
  • Bootstrapping can be a viable option for startups, especially in taboo industries
  • Content is a valuable product in itself, and can be used to educate and serve customers
  • The power of community and word-of-mouth marketing should not be underestimated
  • Failure is not an option, and perseverance is key to success
  • Authenticity and relatability are essential for building a strong brand
  • Investing in women’s health and wellness is important for creating a better future
  • Supporting female founders and entrepreneurs is crucial for creating a more diverse and inclusive industry