When Being in the 1% Feels like Failureby Wil SchroterFounders are so wired to chase the next milestone that we forget to high-five ourselves for how far we’ve already come. This is a reminder to zoom out and give yourself some damn credit.Continue
The Ideal Client Profile Is Your Startup’s North Star (Stop Ignoring It)by Ryan RutanEarly-stage chaos feels normal, but guessing who your customer is shouldn’t be part of it—this is how you find your north star.Continue
How We Secretly Lose Control of Our Startupsby Wil SchroterAs Founders, we're so worried about losing control of our startups to investors that we completely overlook how we secretly lose control to everyone else.Continue
Does Startup Success Validate Us Personally?by Wil SchroterNo matter how much success we create with our startups, it almost never "cures" our need for validation. If anything, it often makes it worse.Continue
Should Kids Follow in Our Founder Footsteps?by Wil SchroterDo we want our kids to follow the same path as us? Or should we just provide the tools and support to foster independent choices rather than push entrepreneurship?Continue
The Evolution of Entry Level Workersby Wil SchroterThere's an evolving landscape of entry-level hiring for startups. With Al on the rise and global talent a click away, building efficient teams under tight budgets is a true balancing act.Continue
Assume Everyone Will Leave in Year Oneby Wil SchroterEmployee turnover (whether untoward or amicable) is inevitable in the startup world. Continue
What's My Startup Worth in an Acquisition?by Wil SchroterMany startup Founders have unrealistic expectations when it comes to selling their business — yes, this means you probably do, too. Continue
When Our Ambition is Our Enemyby Wil SchroterAmbition, while necessary for building innovative companies, can become more detrimental than beneficial — but where's the tipping point?Continue
Do Founders Deserve Their Profit?by Wil SchroterFirst of all, success should be celebrated not vilified. So why do Founders get the short end of the stick when it comes to earning what they've worked so hard for?Continue