In this episode of the Grownlearn Podcast, I speak with Sean Tepper — Founder & CEO of Tykr — about what it really takes to invest intelligently and build a scalable fintech company from scratch.
Sean started with a simple Excel-based stock rating model. Today, Tykr serves over 13,000 customers across 50+ countries and is raising a $1.3M seed round — after achieving strong product-market fit, improving conversion rates from 25% to 70%, and reducing churn below 5%.
We discuss:
• Where beginners should actually start with investing
• Investing vs trading — and why most people confuse the two
• The #1 mistake retail investors make
• How to avoid losing money in the stock market
• Why fundamentals still matter in a tokenized world
• How Tykr outperformed the S&P 500
• What real product-market fit looks like before raising capital
• SaaS subscription growth strategies that actually work
Sean also shares transparent performance data, marketing insights (including YouTube as a lead engine), and why open-source calculations helped build trust with both users and regulators.
If you're a founder, investor, SaaS builder, or simply someone who wants to make smarter long-term financial decisions — this episode delivers clarity.
🎯 About Sean Tepper
Founder & CEO of Tykr.com
Entrepreneur. Investor. Educator. Serving 13,000+ investors in 50+ countries.
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📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist THE CAPITAL PLAYBOOK HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J3Csa1jytu1X1JKyZ_6qTQb
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Tax Optimization for Real Estate Investors:
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Sean started with a simple Excel-based stock rating model. Today, Tykr serves over 13,000 customers across 50+ countries and is raising a $1.3M seed round — after achieving strong product-market fit, improving conversion rates from 25% to 70%, and reducing churn below 5%.
We discuss:
• Where beginners should actually start with investing
• Investing vs trading — and why most people confuse the two
• The #1 mistake retail investors make
• How to avoid losing money in the stock market
• Why fundamentals still matter in a tokenized world
• How Tykr outperformed the S&P 500
• What real product-market fit looks like before raising capital
• SaaS subscription growth strategies that actually work
Sean also shares transparent performance data, marketing insights (including YouTube as a lead engine), and why open-source calculations helped build trust with both users and regulators.
If you're a founder, investor, SaaS builder, or simply someone who wants to make smarter long-term financial decisions — this episode delivers clarity.
🎯 About Sean Tepper
Founder & CEO of Tykr.com
Entrepreneur. Investor. Educator. Serving 13,000+ investors in 50+ countries.
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📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist THE CAPITAL PLAYBOOK HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J3Csa1jytu1X1JKyZ_6qTQb
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Explore Strategic Growth & Investment-Ready Opportunities with GrowNLearn
GrowNLearn, led by Zorina Dimitrova, connects select VCs, Family Offices, and Strategic Investors with precisely matched, high-growth ventures across Europe and the U.S.
We also support founders with strategic growth advisory—helping you transform your business model, increase valuation, and prepare for investment or exit.
🎯 No random pitches. No wasted time. Just targeted growth and curated deal flow.
📌 Want Curated Investment Deals?
👉 Book Your Private Briefing: https://grownlearn.org/
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🎧 Listen to the GrowNLearn Podcast
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/grownlearn/id1515759956
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1bUIDGbSQl4BlHeNeeJfva
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/grownlearn
All platforms: https://grownlearn.onpodium.com/
📲 Follow Us on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grownlearn
X (Twitter): https://x.com/grownlearn1729
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healnlearn_grownlearn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healnlearn_grownlearn/
Success Mindset Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@healnlearn
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📈 Tools for Investors & Founders
Tax Optimization for Real Estate Investors:
https://mavencostseg.referralrock.com/l/ZORINA/
FREE LinkedIn Profile Audit:
https://ps.linkedvanow.com/r5wgf
AI-Powered Lead Generation for Dealmakers:
https://ps.linkedvanow.com/tjnia9mrkt85
💬 Ready to connect with investor-ready ventures or expert advisors?
Schedule your 1:1 session → https://grownlearn.org/
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