On Advice3
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 IcebergWhat 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 NegotiationNobody 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 TogetherThe 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