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E1041: The Lean Startup’s Eric Ries gives tactical advice for founders during an economic downturn: obligations of leadership, extending runway, handling layoffs with grace, finding new revenue opportunities, capitalizing on silver-linings & more!

This Week in Startups

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Leading with Humanity in Crisis

This chapter explores the impact of economic downturns on startup motivations and the critical importance of human-centered corporate values. It emphasizes that during crises, leaders must prioritize employee welfare and adapt their strategies to ensure long-term positive legacies.

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