The Surprising Virtue of Brutal Honesty in Startup Culture: Why Tough Love Can Lead to Greater Success

Embracing the Uncomfortable Truth for Unparalleled Growth

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Michael Reza
May 21, 2024

The Surprising Virtue of Brutal Honesty in Startup Culture: Why Tough Love Can Lead to Greater Success 💡

Ever met someone who was brutally honest and thought, "That's mean!"? Turns out, that raw honesty might just be what entrepreneurs need most. Dive into why sugarcoated feedback could be stalling startup growth and how a dash of 'mean' can fuel real success. 

Discover the power of genuine feedback in our latest article and see why being honest isn’t just good

It’s necessary. 

Are you ready to challenge your perspectives?

The Surprising Virtue of Brutal Honesty in Startup Culture

There’s a reason why honest feedback is so rare in the startup world.

ehandbook.com/the-surprising-virtue-of-brutal-honesty-in-startup-culture-345a25fb70c9

Empowering Change: The Rise of Women in Angel Investing 💪

Twenty years ago, women were barely visible in the angel investing scene. Today, they make up 40% of angel investors and helm 31% of funded companies. Dive into the seismic shift in venture capital that's spotlighting the powerful impact of female entrepreneurs and investors. Learn how Golden Seeds is championing this change, and discover why diversity is not just beneficial but essential for innovation and economic growth.

What 20 Years Of Angel Investing Taught Us About Driving Progress For Women Entrepreneurs

There is a major disconnect between the innovation women are leading and the pace at which venture capital is realizing these opportunities. Guest authors Loretta McCarthy and Jo Ann Corkran, co-CEOs of Golden Seeds, provide some insights toward a more inclusive future.

news.crunchbase.com/diversity/women-entrepreneur-investment-progress-corkran-mccarthy-golden-seeds

Why Waiting to Take VC Money Can Be a Smart Move 🤔

Quote of the Day by StormX Capital's Co-Founder Eduardo Fonnegra.

“Some of the most promising founders I work with at Storm X are careful about taking VC funds. They only say yes when they're really sure about their business—and they're serious about repaying the investment. Sometimes, a bit of caution is actually a good sign.”

Connect with Eduardo Fonnegra on LinkedIn:

www.linkedin.com/in/eduardo-fonnegra-aa575216a

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