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💰 Are venture capital (VC) investors really the golden ticket to startup success? Uncover the hidden risks of relying on VC funding. Learn why attracting investors might not always be the best path for your startup, as it can introduce a plethora of challenges and distractions that could ultimately lead to failure.

🚫 Discover how raising large rounds of investment could spell trouble for your business, as it often shifts the focus away from creating value for customers towards appeasing investors. Lee shares valuable insights into why prioritising profitability over fundraising can lead to long-term sustainability and independence for your startup.

💡 Learn how constraints can spark creativity and innovation, and get ready for practical insights as Lee introduces exciting new sessions for problem-solving and captivating interviews with seasoned founders. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek into an upcoming book launch that promises to empower tech entrepreneurs like never before.

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00:00 Investment for growth can lead to demise.
03:17 Entrepreneur's job: sustain, profit, serve, problem-solve.
08:04 Achieving this objective is extremely unlikely.
12:07 Neglect growth, face capital and revenue issues.
14:52 Startups must avoid premature scaling to succeed.
19:36 Avoid hiring too many bosses or scaling too fast.
22:50 Content resonates when it adds value and teaches.
26:21 Focus on value creation, not investment pitches.
27:38 Focus on earning money, not raising money.
31:12 Invest in creating long-term value, not hype.
36:07 Company growth powered by self-funding and innovation.
38:20 Submit in Facebook group, founders interviews, adopt.