Sequoia Partner Doug Leone – Common Fundraising Mistake Founders Make

“First and foremost, I believe founders have the right to maximize the price. The founder should focus on getting the best price possible. However, they must also understand that the most successful deals are win-win deals. When I see founders focusing solely on maximizing their ownership at the expense of everything else, it tells me they lack a long-term perspective and don’t fully understand how business works.”