Re:Feeling like a fraud while doing startups
by mmaunder on Monday December 03, 2012 @12:46PM
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I had this same crisis in 2006 after realizing that I've never created a business that generates any significant cash. I figured out I have no right to mentor, do talks, etc of which I was doing plenty. So I completely withdrew and have spent the last 6 years trying to earn the right to mentor again. I'm about there, so will be reengaging starting next year.
Avoid mentors who fall into the following list: Made money off stock options in a non exec role. Made money through talent acquisition exit. VC/Investor experience only. Old money.
First prize is that you get an angel investor who has built profitable businesses. There is no better mentor than someone like this with a vested interest in your success. They are very, very rare and don't like to talk much.
Avoid mentors who fall into the following list: Made money off stock options in a non exec role. Made money through talent acquisition exit. VC/Investor experience only. Old money.
First prize is that you get an angel investor who has built profitable businesses. There is no better mentor than someone like this with a vested interest in your success. They are very, very rare and don't like to talk much.