Welcome to The Lost and Founders
Being a founder isn’t glamorous. It’s tough, often lonely, and far from easy. The Lost and Founders is a space for real stories from entrepreneurs, sharing both the highs and the lows of building something from nothing.
Redefining Success After Burnout
I hit every goal I’d set — and still felt empty. It took burning out completely to realize success isn’t about external validation. It’s about building something that fits your life, not the other way around.
The Myth of Overnight Success (And Why Slow Growth Wins)
Social media glorifies “hockey-stick growth,” but most sustainable businesses are built quietly, brick by brick. Here’s why patience, boring consistency, and long-term thinking beat quick wins every time.
Co-Founder Breakups Hurt More Than You Think
You start with a shared dream — and end up barely speaking. In this post, I unpack the emotional side of a co-founder breakup, what went wrong, and how I learned to rebuild trust in new partnerships.
When the Money Runs Out: Surviving the Funding Cliff
We were two weeks from payroll with no investor in sight. Instead of folding, we found creative ways to keep the...
The 2 A.M. Panic: What No One Tells You About Startup Anxiety
Founders love to talk about growth and grit — but not the sleepless nights, racing thoughts, or burnout that come...
How to Overcome Early Startup Challenges
This paragraph serves as an introduction to your blog post. Begin by discussing the primary theme or topic that you...
Featured Posts
Redefining Success After Burnout
I hit every goal I’d set — and still felt empty. It took burning out completely to realize success isn’t about...
The Myth of Overnight Success (And Why Slow Growth Wins)
Social media glorifies “hockey-stick growth,” but most sustainable businesses are built quietly, brick by brick....
Co-Founder Breakups Hurt More Than You Think
You start with a shared dream — and end up barely speaking. In this post, I unpack the emotional side of a...
When the Money Runs Out: Surviving the Funding Cliff
We were two weeks from payroll with no investor in sight. Instead of folding, we found creative ways to keep the...
The 2 A.M. Panic: What No One Tells You About Startup Anxiety
Founders love to talk about growth and grit — but not the sleepless nights, racing thoughts, or burnout that come...