About
Since 2021, I started building Ardor, a personal trainer AI that creates individual workout challenges based on evolving predictions about someone's strength, speed, and endurance. We made Ardor because we wanted routines that followed us rather than having us follow someone else's routine. Previously I was at Mozilla where we built some cool, complex CI/CD pipelines. Tasked with reducing costs and release times by making predictions when builds would finish on various AWS instance types and if one test failed, what others would likely fail next. I realized I could apply this to my personal passion - fitness. It turns out you can predict a lot about someone's individual ability after just 2-3 workouts and a handful of exercises.
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Solo or teaming up for a side project? 🤝
Sometimes two heads are better, sometimes not! What's your opinion when it comes to side projects and teaming up with others?
What's your advice for early-stage startups?
Hey there! Starting a new venture? Awesome! Here are a few nuggets of wisdom for your early-stage startup journey: Passion Powers Progress: Love what you do, and do what you love. Passion fuels resilience, and in the startup world, resilience is your best friend. Fail, Learn, Pivot: Don't fear failure; embrace it. Each stumble is a lesson, and every pivot takes you closer to the winning formula. Adaptability is your secret weapon. Customer-Centricity Rules: Your customers are the heartbeat of your business. Listen keenly, understand deeply, and cater to their needs. Happy customers can be your best marketing team. Build a Stellar Team: Surround yourself with A-players. A great team can turn challenges into triumphs. Look for diversity in skills and perspectives. Cash is King: Manage your finances wisely. Every penny counts. Prioritize spending on what adds real value to your product and business. Stay Agile: The startup landscape is dynamic. Be ready to pivot, iterate, and evolve. Agility is your superpower in a fast-changing world. Network, Network, Network: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and potential partners. The startup community is incredibly supportive. Learn from others and share your experiences. Data is Gold: Make decisions based on data, not just gut feelings. Track metrics that matter and let the numbers guide your strategy. Focus is Your Friend: It's tempting to chase every opportunity, but focus is key. Concentrate on your core offering and refine it before diversifying. Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge and celebrate your victories, no matter how small. It's these moments that keep the morale high and the team motivated.
