@paulg What % of a founder’s job is to be optimistic?
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How about this: What's the right ratio of optimism and paranoia?
Depends on the kind of startup. If you're doing something where you can reach users directly, high. If you're at the mercy of gatekeepers or regulators, somewhat lower, but still higher than most would think.
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Extra tough question in lending startups. Because a banker should never be an optimist (in Charlie Munger’s words)
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