Company Stats

• Capital Raised $5.5 million

Episode Highlights

✅ The construction industry faces a workforce crisis with 41% retiring in the next seven years.

✅ Learning from failure is crucial for success; success can be a misleading teacher.

✅ Building a synchronized, complementary team is essential for startup success.

Episode Summary

In this episode of "Failing to Success," we welcome Shreesha Ramdas, the CEO of Lumber, a startup focused on construction workforce management. Shreesha shares how Lumber raised $5.5 million in a seed round to address the critical workforce crisis in the construction industry. With 41% of workers set to retire in the next seven years and younger workers not entering the industry at the same pace, Lumber aims to tackle this significant challenge. Shreesha discusses the lessons learned from his previous startups, emphasizing the importance of viewing failure as data and the necessity of building a synchronized team. His insights into maintaining velocity during uncertain times and iterating to solve problems offer valuable guidance for entrepreneurs.

Notable Questions We Asked

Q: How much money did you raise for this startup?

A: We raised $5.5 million in a seed round last year.

Q: What motivated you to start Lumber?

A: The construction industry faces a serious workforce crisis, with 41% of workers retiring in the next seven years and a slow influx of younger workers.

Q: What are some key lessons you've learned from your previous startups?

A: Viewing failure as data, understanding the importance of team synchronization, and maintaining velocity during uncertain times.

Q: How do you go about building a strong team?

A: By identifying top performers, ensuring team chemistry, and maintaining a network of skilled professionals across various functions.

Q: How can listeners get in touch with Lumber or learn more about your mission?

A: Visit our website at www.lumberfi.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:13 Company Stats

00:31 Challenges in the Construction Workforce

01:40 Lessons from Previous Startups

05:36 Building a Strong Team

07:22 Connecting with Lumber

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