StartUp / Founder Story
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A 50-Unicorn VC Explains What Defines an Exceptional Founder
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Founders must effectively attract customers and talent through storytelling and a compelling mission, which drives company growth even in challenging times.
- One of the most important jobs of a founder is to get customers
- Founders must be able to hire people and scale the company even in hard times
- Being a great storyteller is essential for founders
- Customers are attracted to brands for reasons beyond just the product
- Company culture and the companys why are important when joining a company
- The charisma of the leader matters in attracting talent
- Having a co-founder who is good at storytelling can help in hiring
- The ambition of the companys mission can excite and motivate people
- Bigger ideas and impacts inspire people to tackle challenging problems