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Smash the Box

Most ideas and life concepts are confined within a set of rules and borders, similar to the sides of a box. Great entrepreneurs destroy the box.

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“Courage + Genius + Risk = Phenomenal
That’s why we exist.”

STEVE MACDONALD

CEO | INVESTOR

@STEVEMACDONALD.MV | #FUNDINGPHENOMENONS

The world will tell you to slow down and not rush

The world will tell you to slow down and not rush decisions. But, in startups, speed is critical. Foster an environment where ideas flow freely and decisions are made swiftly. Paralysis by analysis is the enemy.
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Isolation isn't always bad. Cutting yourself off f

Isolation isn't always bad. Cutting yourself off from the noise brings clarity. Step back from the endless business news cycle. In quiet, you'll find freedom - and focus.
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In early-stage startups, isolation is the enemy of

In early-stage startups, isolation is the enemy of innovation. Get your team in the same room. Live together, die alone. #TeamCollaboration #StartupCulture
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The easy-money era is over. Time to learn from pas

The easy-money era is over. Time to learn from past mistakes and build sustainable businesses. Focus on fundamentals: solid revenue models, efficient operations, and real value creation.
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It takes discipline to stay out of trouble. When f

It takes discipline to stay out of trouble. When founders lose focus in tough markets, they make bad choices and let opportunities slip away. Stay disciplined. Stick to your core mission. Weather the storm. Your resilience will pay off.
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To be resilient in an unpredictable economy, you h

To be resilient in an unpredictable economy, you have to learn to pivot quickly. Adapt strategies and stay nimble. It's not about predicting the future, it’s about being ready for anything.
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Your startup is not a democracy. Here’s why stra

Your startup is not a democracy. Here’s why strategic hiring is a critical skill all startup founders need to hone. Link in bio.
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I spent a lot of time when I was younger building

I spent a lot of time when I was younger building my own companies, and I’m so glad I did. But if I had known then how exciting and rewarding early stage investing is - I would have started a lot sooner.
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In my experience entrepreneurs either want to pay

In my experience entrepreneurs either want to pay themselves first or last. Paying yourself is a critical re-investment decision. You get to decide where to reinvest, but you have to decide. You can’t ignore yourself forever.
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There’s a lot of talk about interest rates and t

There’s a lot of talk about interest rates and their impact on investing. My take: growth can no longer trump profitability. Raising money to grow is out the window - your number one priority is cash flow break even.
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