Fear can lead founders to make irrational decisions, such as pivoting too quickly without proper validation of their ideas.

Fear can cloud judgment and lead to poor decision-making; it's important to recognize this and not let it hinder your progress as a founder.

The fear of a negative reaction can paralyze founders, causing them to focus on an idealized version of their launch rather than the reality of getting their product out there.

Founders often psych themselves out by worrying about competitors, especially when they see a competitor raise significant funding, leading them to feel like they are failing.

Founders often deal with an incredible fear of failure, which can lead to negative emotions before important events like pitch meetings.

Founders fear that their product will be perceived as ugly or dysfunctional, and they worry about competitors and investors discovering their product before it's ready.

Many founders work on the wrong thing before discovering the right one, often internalizing a fear of failure.

A common misconception among founders is that raising money will magically solve all their problems. They may believe that their investors will save them from failure, which leads to a lack of critical thinking and preparation for ongoing challenges.

Raising money too early can force you into a rush to pivot, which may lead to poor decisions; it's better to wait until your idea is working.