Avoid Dependence from the Start: Reach Orbit Before the Thrust Runs Out
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English translation of the Chinese post originally published 2021-09-24. Translated 2026-10-30 with AI assistance. Historical figures and claims have not been updated or independently verified. 中文原文
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Echoing the previous fundraising post, Robin urges founders not to begin with a mindset of dependence. Confront real-world problems from the outset and create a sustainable business. Fundraising and spending other people’s money may temporarily conceal problems, but if the rocket has not reached orbit before its thrust ends, it cannot ignore gravity and will ultimately crash.
Key points
- Avoid a mindset of dependence when starting a business.
- Confront real-world problems from the beginning.
- Fundraising may temporarily hide problems; reach orbit before the thrust runs out.
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