Founders often mistakenly believe they have customers based on interest, but without revenue, they can't confirm the viability of their ideas.

Many founders mistakenly believe that fundraising is about more than just raising money to build a successful company, which can lead to misalignment with investor expectations.

Founders often overspend because they haven't realized that their product isn't what customers want yet, leading them to chase after growth without understanding their market.

Founders often need to build conviction in their own ideas before seeking validation from others, including investors.

Founders often mistakenly believe that the reasons investors provide for rejection are the actual problems with their startup, rather than considering other potential issues.

Many founders mistakenly prioritize investors over customers, thinking they need to please investors to succeed, but the focus should be on solving customer problems instead.

Founders often prioritize getting feedback over generating revenue, leading them to avoid charging for their product.

Young founders often prioritize what investors want over solving problems they genuinely care about, which can hinder their potential.

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.