Hi! I’m Richard Pickett, your Optimization Architect dedicated to helping solopreneurs and startups scale smarter. With a unique blend of Lean Six Sigma, AI tech, and human insight, I guide you to optimize early engagement, validate ideas, and thrive without burnout.

• LSSBB: As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I provide fool-proof frameworks from my corporate experience to streamline your startup’s growth and avoid costly mistakes.
• Startup Advisor: Having mentored hundreds of founders at the SBA, Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and Founder University, I share strategies to validate ideas and build a loyal market.
• Founder: As a founder myself, I understand your challenges, offering practical guidance to help you grow your startup with confidence.
• Influence Expert: With my marketing and influence expertise, I help you craft messaging that connects deeply, driving engagement and conversions for your startup.
• USMC Veteran: My Marine Corps experience instilled resilience, discipline, and leadership, which I use to guide you through the chaos of startup growth with clarity and focus.
• PTSD Survivor: My journey through PTSD taught me mindfulness, which I use to help you stay focused and avoid burnout while building your startup.

• Engage Early: I guide solopreneurs and founders like you to engage your market early, even without a product, to uncover real needs.
• Attract Loyal Prospects: I show how to attract high-signal prospects with a free resource, starting your journey with a strong foundation.
• Gather Feedback: Together, we collect feedback to shape your ideas, ensuring you build a startup that doesn’t fail.
• Build a Loyal Community: Create a community of warm-market followers who support your growth and become your first customers.
• Grow Without Burnout: I share strategies to grow your market steadily, avoiding burnout with mindful practices.
• Use Fool-Proof Frameworks: I simplify Lean Six Sigma frameworks to help you scale your startup with confidence and clarity.

I’ve guided hundreds of small businesses to success and mentored founders at Nashville Entrepreneur Center and Founder University. As a founder and Lean Six Sigma expert, I bring proven strategies to help you streamline ops, grow marketing, and thrive, without burnout.

Ready to optimize your early engagement? Contact me to join my community of solopreneurs and startups to scale smarter together.