13 characterics of a great startup

According to John Cook these are the thirteen characteristics of a great startup

  1. No politics
  2. It's not a job it's a mission
  3. Intolerance for mediocrity
  4. Watching pennies
  5. Equity-driven
  6. Perfect alignment
  7. Good communication, even in bad times
  8. Strong leadership
  9. Mutual respect
  10. Customer obsessed
  11. High energy level
  12. Fun
  13. Integrity

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