In this episode, Matt interviews
Patrick Burke, co-founder and CEO of Boxcore, shares his experience of starting and running a software business. He discusses the evolution of his company and the problem they solve, which is helping organizations create a culture of feedback. Patrick emphasizes the importance of finding true product-market fit and focusing on specific customer use cases. He also highlights the challenges of sales and the need to have more deals in the pipeline than you think you need. Patrick encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue their passion and explore opportunities in underlooked markets.
Patrick Burke is a husband to his wife, Leslie, and dad of 3 high-energy boys. He graduated from Taylor University with a degree in business management. After 11 years in the corporate world, he co-founded BoxScore in October 2016 and still serves as CEO. He earned an MBA with a concentration in entrepreneurship and innovation from Butler University. He’s deeply passionate about entrepreneurship. Outside of the office – you’ll most likely find him on a baseball field with his three boys.
Takeaways
- Finding true product-market fit is crucial for the success of a software business.
- Focus on specific customer use cases and understand the real pain points you are solving.
- Have more deals in your pipeline than you think you need, as not all prospects will convert into customers.
- Starting a business is hard, but it is doable and can be highly rewarding.
- Explore opportunities in underlooked markets and pursue your passion.
You can find more information and connect to Patrick on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickwburke8/ or Twitter @patrickburke8
Some Books that Patrick recomends A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Donald Miller, Unbroken, John Adams (David McCullough), Atomic Habits, The Fish that Ate the Whale
