This week, one of our articles argues about why it's okay to be #2. Have you been in this position? Or perhaps been a #3 or #4, and how did you deal with that?
Other articles in this week's Curated discuss advice on how to prioritize ruthlessly, how you can make a smooth transition from founder to employer, and what kind of companies VCs aren't allowed to invest in.
Enjoy reading,
Culture
Some thoughts on ruthless prioritization
"Time is our scarcest, most valuable resource", this author argues. This post takes you through how to prioritize time, ruthlessly.
Google just ended one of its longest-standing traditions and forever changed how it handles all-company meetings
"Not having the meeting doesn't change any of those things. It doesn't make people less upset. It doesn't make the problems go away."
Modern Entrepreneurship
It's okay for your startup to be #2
Afraid that your startup is number 2? This article tells you why there's no need to panic and what to do next.
Making the move from founder to employer
Don't hire an army of clones, but make sure to be purposeful about the type of company culture you wish to build.
Team
How startups fill leadership gaps with expert resources
The hard truth is that experienced leadership is always the difference between success and failure. Always!
Finance
The companies Venture Capital isn’t allowed to invest in
Drugs, sex, gambling: these are just some of our vices that investors are always told to ignore. But a new fund will focus just on startups in this space.
The three words no early-stage VC wants to hear
Understanding the VC's business model is important when pitching to them. You are selling them your business. VCs are not looking for a business that is Cash Flow positive. They are looking for growth.
Thank you
Thank you for finishing issue #251 & credits
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