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Why startups should start preparing now f... - aVenture News

Why startups should start preparing now for a potential founder breakup

From TechCrunch

By Rebecca Szkutak

October 30, 2023

Why startups should start preparing now for a potential founder breakup

Founders are inherently optimists, but they should plan for worst-case scenarios so they aren't blindsided if something does happen.

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