Endurance in the Game

Staying in the game is the real superpower.

Most startups don't lose because the idea was wrong. They lose because runway ran out before product–market fit was executed.

The startup journey is a marathon disguised as a sprint. Everyone starts fast, but the winners are those still running when others have dropped out.

Why Timing Beats Talent

Markets shift. Customer needs evolve. Technology matures. The founders who are still building when the market finally catches up to their vision are the ones who capture the opportunity.

Being early is the same as being wrong—unless you can survive long enough to be right.

Strategies for Endurance

• Raise more than you think you need
• Build revenue streams early, even if small
• Keep your team small and committed
• Stay close to customers—they'll tell you when you're getting warm