Having a cool technology that gets acquired is very different from building a sustainable business.

Nothing wrong with it, but it's a very different achievement.

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The main job of a startup CEO is:

* cash
* culture
* clarity of vision

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> "Congratulating an entrepreneur for raising money is like congratulating a chef for buying the ingredients."

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Once you hit the startup scene, no matter what city you are in, you'll notice one thing:

### There are a ton of awful startups. 

Remember, the founders, funders and people connected to even an awful startup can help you. 

Be nice. Be honest. It pays off.