EP7: Why “fake it till you make it” is dangerous advice | Louis Carter

In this episode of Junior Founder, I interviewed Louis Carter — serial entrepreneur, author, and founder of Best Practice Institute, Most Loved Workplaces, Skillrater, and VisitPage.ai. This conversation genuinely changed the way I think about founders, leadership, and growth. Louis shared what he learned after more than 25 years of building companies — from the mindset founders need to survive, to the trap that keeps many entrepreneurs stuck doing everything themselves. We talked about: Why working with a founder changes you The difference between employees and builders Why accountability matters more than motivation The danger of “fake it till you make it” How AI and vibe coding are changing what it means to build a company today Why modern founders should think more like engineers The power of trying multiple ideas instead of waiting for one perfect business One thing that really stayed with me was this: “You cannot fake success. The only way to succeed is to keep trying and keep failing until you win.” We also went deep into AI workflows, SaaS building, automation, Claude Code, and how founders today can move faster than entire teams if they learn how to use the right tools. This felt less like an interview and more like a real founder-to-founder conversation. If you’re building something, struggling with self-doubt, trying to grow, or figuring out your next move as a founder — this episode is for you. Guest: Louis Carter Hosted by Sezay Karagöz — Junior Founder