Why you shouldn't chase unicorns; 3 Big VC Myths; and how to keep control of your startup
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$1B startups get all the hype. But for 99% of founders, it’s the wrong goal. You’re better off building a sustainable business with consistent growth.  Raising big rounds won’t make your company big and staying lean won’t make your company small.  That's just VC Myth 1.  Raising round after round does not equal success. That's just VC Myth 2. Just because you raise more money, doesn’t mean you make more money. That's just VC Myth 3.
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