Investor Minute - The One Thing that Almost Always Destroys a Startup by Thomas Korte
In this brief interview segment, Thomas Korte emphasizes that the most critical factor for early-stage entrepreneurs is the composition of the founding team. He warns that founders often treat team selection lightly, inviting partners without deep alignment, which can lead to painful failures when a co‑founder leaves—an event that “almost always destroys the company.” Korte advises entrepreneurs to spend considerable time vetting and working with potential co‑founders before formally launching the venture. He also challenges the common belief that investors dislike single founders, noting that many investors prefer one or two founders who know each other well over a larger, mismatched team assembled merely to meet perceived funding expectations. When in doubt, it may be better to start solo than to force an ill‑fitted team together.
