🧠Are You Actually Ready for Startup Success?
Most startup founders prepare for failure. Very few prepare for success.And that’s a bigger problem than you think. The Success Illusion A founder I know built an impressive early-stage business—solo. He closed deals, raised money, and hired his first team. But when he brought in a COO to
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The 10 Leadership Traits Every Startup Founder Needs to Master
At North Road AI, we believe that every founder is the heartbeat of their startup. Investors, employees, co-founders, and customers all look to one person when things get tough: you. And how you lead determines whether your startup scales—or stalls. Here are the 10 leadership traits we believe
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The Myth of the 1% Market Share
Every aspiring entrepreneur has uttered the phrase, “If we capture just 1% of the market…” It’s a seductive idea, promising immense success with minimal effort. However, this simplistic view often masks the complexities of building a successful business. The truth is, capturing even a tiny fraction of a
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The Real Way to Dominate Your Startup’s Market
Despite what most entrepreneurs think, it’s not all about having the best product. I recently had lunch with an entrepreneur friend who wanted my thoughts on his business strategy. However, it quickly became clear that he was more interested in showcasing his app’s newest features. After 15 minutes
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