E481 – Current & Critical – Joshua Weinberger, Adapting to Win: The Hard Truths of Startup Growth and Change
“What we’re really amazing at is getting to know a business, understanding the commercial nuance of the business, getting involved in the daily operations in a way where one person can have a meaningful impact.”
Every startup has its turning points, and for Goodlawyer, finding product-market fit wasn’t a straight line. Josh unpacks the reality of scaling a legal tech business, from refining their core offerings to overcoming the hurdles faced when serving a wide range of clients. He shares how Goodlawyer's journey was shaped by listening to its customers, making pivotal shifts in its service model, and adapting its team structure to meet evolving demands. Joshua also explores the emotional side of running a startup—dealing with uncertainty, managing change, and staying aligned as a team. He dives into the importance of surrounding yourself with the right advisors, fostering a culture of trust, and how Goodlawyer has learned to adapt without losing sight of its vision.