As a first time founder, what are some things I should know?

Hey PH, I’m Kerem, and I recently started building my first startup. Only 2 months in, but it’s already clear: the startup world demands an entirely different set of skills than anything I’ve done before.

I’ve realized I’m pretty decent at building, product, design, backend, but when it comes to marketing, outreach, and getting real traction... I feel way out of league.

I’m trying to make this process as effective as possible and would genuinely appreciate any advice from people who’ve been here before.

What do you wish you knew earlier?

What helped you get over the fear of cold outreach?

Any frameworks, tools, or mindset shifts that made a difference for you?

Any wisdom, big or small, would mean a lot.