It Doesn't Matter if My Startup is Bigger Than Yoursby Wil SchroterIs it a waste of time to compare our startup with other startups? Absolutely. And here's why.Continue
When do Founders Get a Raise?by Wil SchroterAs Founders, when is it time for us to get a raise? How do we establish reasonable expectations so this can work for us, as well as our company?Continue
Why Selling a Startup Brings No Validationby Wil SchroterThere's a huge difference between getting some validation from a job well done and literally validating our ego solely from our startup.Continue
We Can't Keep Ignoring Founder Emotionsby Wil SchroterThere's no version of being a Founder where we just keep doing everything right without a care in the world. We need to start opening up about what's in our heads and process our problems before we perish from them. Continue
When is the Right Time to Give Up Equity?by Wil SchroterEquity is the most important asset of a startup, both in its formation and as it grows. As such, we have to be super mindful of when (and how hard) we pull that trigger. Continue
We Get Paid For Finishes, Not Startsby Wil SchroterAs Founders, it's important for us to remember that nothing matters until the end goal is reached.Continue
At Some Point, Founders Become "Just Employees"by Wil SchroterAs Founders, we often give so much to our startup that eventually we become glorified employees.Continue
What do We "Owe" Our Employees?by Wil SchroterEmployees are a key component in the livelihood of a startup. For all of the work they invest, what return should they rightfully expect on that effort?Continue
Using a "Safe Space" to Develop Diversityby Wil SchroterHow do we build a diverse culture at our startups if we haven't established a safe space to discuss our differences?Continue
Startup Careers: How to Create Career Paths at a Small Startupby Wil SchroterHaving a startup with a smaller staff, we have to lean in heavily on being the better alternative to a corporate career path, not a limitation of one.Continue