What makes someone a successful founder? 

Is it how much revenue they're able to generate? How well they lead their company and their employees? How many investors they're able to land? 

Those all play a role ... but the real answer is probably more nuanced and certainly harder to pinpoint.

What makes someone a successful founder? Is it how much revenue they're able to generate? How well they lead their company and their employees? How many investors they're able to land? Those all play a role ... but the real answer is probably more nuanced and certainly harder to pinpoint.

The Journey of Ian Swanson Starting 3 Venture-Backed Successes (Ian Swanson / Protect AI)

The tech media loves a splashy funding announcement - millions of dollars injected into a hot startup primed to become a unicorn. But what about the work behind those headlines? Host Jason Yeh, a former VC and venture-backed startup founder, talks with entrepreneurs about how they raised the capital to launch world-changing startups. Their conversations uncover incredible stories including cautionary tales, inspirational memories, and even some insightful tips. Keep up with us on social @fundedpod to learn more.

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