Top 5 Startup Myths First-Time Founders Must Avoid

“Great ideas guarantee success” — execution beats inspiration every time.

“You need huge funding to start” — scrappy, lean builds often win early.

“If you build it, customers will come” — distribution matters more than product.

“Startups must grow fast always” — sustainable growth outperforms reckless scaling.

“Founders must work 24/7” — smart systems beat burnout and boost long-term performance.