Will the Payout be Worth the Sacrifice?by Wil SchroterAn honest look at the allure of success and the even deeper question: is the payoff truly what you want?Continue
Let's Get Back to Our Whyby Wil SchroterDon't let operational hurdles cloud your mission — Discover why staying true to your startup's core mission is key to long-term success.Continue
Why do Founders Suck at Asking for Help?by Wil SchroterThe smartest Founders aren’t the ones with all the answers, they’re the ones who know how to ask better questions and learn faster.Continue
Do People Really Want Me to Succeed?by Wil SchroterLet's explore the harsh reality of seeking support as a Founder. Surprisingly, a limited number of people genuinely want to see a founder succeed. And this is the reason why.Continue
How About a Startup that Just Makes Money?by Wil SchroterEver thought about ditching the whole fundraising craze and simply building a startup that puts money in your pocket? It's not just about surviving in the business jungle, it's about thriving on YOUR terms.Continue
Are Founders Driven by Fear or Greed?by Wil SchroterWhat really drives Founders? Is it the fear of failure, or is it the pursuit of wealth and success (often labeled as greed)?Continue
Living the Founder Legend Isn't so Funby Wil SchroterWhenever we hear a story of somebody else’s win most likely we find it inspiring and decide that we want to be like them someday. But are you really willing to go through the pain they had to live through just to be where they are now?Continue
Being Leveraged Means Having Zero Choicesby Wil SchroterEarly on, Founders tend to believe that choosing an investor is an option. It's possible, but unless we're in the top 5 percent of those that have been on this route more than once, we don't get the luxury of choice here.Continue
Don't be Afraid to Take Big Swingsby Wil SchroterSuccessful Startups did not succeed because they fear failure. Success comes when the Founder keeps taking swings and managing failure as they come because they’re focused on getting a hit!Continue
How to Create a Founders Agreement for Your Startupby The Startups TeamWhat is a founders agreement — and do you need one? (Spoiler alert: You do.) Here's everything you need to know.Continue