12min chapter

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20VC: Whoop Founder, Will Ahmed on How CEOs Can Perform at their Highest Level, Why There is Value in Struggle Early On, Why Realism is Overrated in Startups and How To Create a Culture of Delegated Decision-Making

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

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From Athlete to Tech CEO: Navigating Startup Challenges

This chapter chronicles the transformation from an athlete to a tech entrepreneur with the founding of Whoop, stressing the importance of body recovery and teamwork. It highlights the struggles of early-stage startups, detailing how challenges like funding and product development contribute to resilience and success. Additionally, it examines the balance between ambition and realism, emphasizing the need for visionary goals while also addressing common pitfalls like founder conflicts.

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