In this monologue, the speaker recounts a six‑week period of extreme stress caused by cash‑flow problems after hiring employees before having sufficient money in the bank. He describes how late invoice payments forced him to cut finances extremely close, nearly jeopardizing an employee’s livelihood. Reflecting on his naivety as a first‑time founder, he emphasizes that the pipeline of potential business was not enough; actual cash on hand is essential. He concludes with direct advice to other founders: wait until money is securely in the bank before bringing anyone onto the team, to avoid unfairly risking others’ lives.
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