ship

Twitter is full of VCs advising how founders should conserve cash or keep a healthy runway and whatnot.

Some are talking about growth with sustainable burn (not sure “WTF” it is?)

Firings and layoffs are all over the media.
A few founders even spoke about investors who are arm twisting them and re-negotiating on term sheets.
In short, things look all gloomy.

As a founder, it’s time to realize when to call it to quit or have faith in yourself and your team.
Also, time like this will test all relationships, be it personal or professional.
Not everyone likes to be part of a shrinking ship.

As a founder, be it good or bad times, it is your journey: you are the master of your ship.
Destiny is in your hand.
Take all the decisions wisely with clarity, not under emotions.

living

Many people I know have stayed alone, built things, and enjoyed the solitude. It goes against our societal definition of having company.

We are all different and live by our likings. Some like socializing, and some don’t. Some enjoy their solitude while others company of friends.

Our living should be what makes us comfortable.

past

We all have some triggers due to our past experiences. It can make us vulnerable or wise.

Our current actions are a result of our past experiences. Be very wise when you are behaving or responding to a scenario. It should not be because of triggers but rationality.

Knowing about our triggers can keep us and others around sane.

freedom

We are living in a divided world. We have divided: be it caste, religion, ethnicity, etc.

At the same time, we call ourselves free and take the liberty to hurt others. We should draw a line that ensures we are free and at the same time not hurting others?

What is freedom essentially if there are restrictions? Who is accountable for misusing freedom by hurting the sentiments of others?

relationships

What are the ingredients of a relationship? I would say respect, trust, and mutual understanding. But is it sufficient? We are living in a utopia where we look for the best fit. We are all selling and picking for ourselves.

Capitalistic society and relationships are no different.
Gone are the days when Sudama and Krishna’s friendship was part of folklore.

We are insects in a cobweb of incentives or a Pavlovian dog.
I don’t know.

rule

Running a business or building a relationship has some basic rules: one being trust and another belief that we are in a win-win zone.

At the same time, going against the odds or taking the road less traveled has its own advantage and disadvantage. We are on ourselves and responsible for our actions.

How many misfits survived or succeeded not by trying something new or creating a new rulebook?

sunk cost

Sunk Cost is an evil vice. It makes us stick to our default like a frog in a well. As a founder or consumers, we are equally vulnerable to it.

We need to open our eyes and see all the options with an open mind for a win-win solution.

Sunk Cost throws us into a limited mindset zone.
Sunk Cost makes us lazier and less productive.
Sunk Cost hinders our future growth.

Am I vulnerable to it? Absolutely.