If you could ask one question to a successful founder, what would it be?

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Mine would be: "Looking back to the early days of your startup, what's one thing you wish you’d done differently?"

Violetta Chernobuk · Accepted Answer

Mine would be the same:)

Ryan Chen · Answer

I probably would ask: "How did you know when it was time to pivot, and what led to that decision?"
It’s fascinating how some founders seem to have a sixth sense for spotting shifts in the market or realizing when their original path won’t work.

Joseph B · Answer

That's a great question. It’s interesting to learn from what went right just as much as what could have been done differently. Early decisions often set the tone for everything that follows, and understanding those successful choices can be just as valuable.

Building on your question, I'd ask: 'What's one thing you did right—or would do the same way again?' Sometimes, those insights reveal the core principles and instincts that guided the journey.

Shahbaz Solangi · Answer

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If you could ask one question to a successful founder, what would it be?

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