Manifesto
Work Hard
Early stage is the defining period in building a great company. It’s when founders show early aptitude, embrace the grind, and push forward without losing balance. It’s a marathon, not a sprint—burnout helps no one.
Leaving the comfort of the small pond to swim with the big fish for the first time can be humbling. You’ll realize how far you still have to go. That’s where the real growth begins.
Work Hard
Surround yourself with early believers—angel and pre-seed investors who do more than write checks. They’ll pick you up after setbacks and guide you through the darkest, most uncertain moments.
Work Hard
The early stage is brutal. Progress feels marginal. The workload is relentless. You sacrifice weekends, skip social plans, and stay focused—not because it’s glamorous, but because it’s necessary.
Work Hard
You go into your first Series A pitch with top VCs—hopeful, nervous, prepared. You walk away with more work to do. And that’s okay. You double down, sharpen the edges, and keep building.
Work Hard
When you return, armed with hard-won traction and confidence, you deliver. You get the term sheet. You’re not at the finish line—but now you're on the path to something great.
Work Hard
This is what we look for in founders: not just talent, but relentless commitment. Grit over glamour. Progress over perfection. Resilience over luck.