Startup Realities
Roger shares his experience with angel investing, emphasizing the importance of supporting founders within familiar tech spaces. The conversation highlights a shift in the narrative around startup failures, as more founders openly discuss their shutdowns and the lessons learned, making it less taboo to confront these challenges. This openness fosters a supportive ecosystem where mistakes become valuable learning opportunities for others.In this clip
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How many startups shut down last year compared to the year before? A lot.
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Are you seeing more shutdowns in certain industries than others?
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