Founders sometimes mistakenly believe they should sell to startups just because other successful companies did, without understanding the unique challenges involved.

Many founders mistakenly believe they need to find co-founders with extensive experience, such as a marketing expert or a CTO who has managed large teams, to ensure rapid growth.

One of the most common mistakes founders make is thinking that hiring more people will solve their problems and help them get more done.

Startups often underestimate their expenses, especially in the early days when founders may undervalue their own time and efforts.

It's common for founders to want to hire an executive team prematurely, influenced by the success stories of established companies, but this can be misguided without product-market fit.

Founders often make the mistake of being afraid to hire senior people early on; instead, they should focus on hiring individuals who can get things done and work hard.

Just because you're a startup founder doesn't mean you're good at hiring and managing people; this realization often comes after the first experience.

Founders often ignore the reality of their startup's potential failure, which is an uncomfortable truth to discuss.

Founders frequently waste money on hiring, especially when they pursue high-salary candidates from large companies, believing they will significantly boost productivity.