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On Advice 3
What to know before we work together — the founder’s iceberg, why advice is really a negotiation, and how to get the most out of any conversation.
- The Founder’s Iceberg What you see of another founder is the tip. Most of the mass — the doubt, the near-death months, the luck — sits below the waterline. DRAFT
- Why Advice Is Negotiation Nobody gives you neutral advice. Every suggestion carries the giver’s incentives, risk tolerance, and self-image. Treat it as a position, not a verdict. DRAFT
- Before We Work Together The ground rules — what I can and can’t do for you, how to use my time, and the mindset that makes the whole thing worth it. DRAFT