Episode 117: Any entrepreneur - new, old, or aspiring - is in for a real treat as co-founder of the XX accelerator program, Gadi Borovich, joins Natalie to discuss what it takes to be accepted into such a prestigious project. Since its launch in 2018, XX has backed over 30 companies with the goal of investing in 20K companies in the next decade. Today’s episode covers the common mistakes founders make, new entryways to network with investors, the personality traits every business owner needs, and how to balance conviction with stubbornness. Gadi shares what makes an application stand out and what he hopes to see in the future as businesses shift into a new normal. This is a must-listen for any founder looking to gain insight into developing a successful company that is sure to get noticed.  

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