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Welcome to issue 608 of Founder Weekly. Let's get straight to the links this week.

General

The problem with glorifying failure
Why talking about failure works best in small doses as a pattern break.

State of AI Report 2023
The State of AI Report analyzes the most interesting developments in AI. It aims to trigger an informed conversation about the state of AI and its implication for the future.

Second-Time Founder Anxiety
The article explores the anxieties and challenges faced by second-time founders when starting a new company after a previous venture's closure. It emphasizes the emotional and mental struggles, reputation concerns, and the tendency to overthink, while also highlighting the unique advantages and experience that second-time founders bring to the table.

Marketing, Sales and PR

The fallacy of freemium in SaaS
The author of this article discusses why freemium is not a good model for SaaS companies, and argues that companies should focus on building a high-quality product that customers are willing to pay for.

How to get press for your product
Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine, shares tips on how to get press coverage for your product, including understanding the mission of the publication, targeting freelance writers, and writing the perfect pitch.

Money and Finance

What do you need to raise a Series A today?
Gone are the days when you simply needed $1 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) to raise a Series A. Some startups have raised a Series A with a lot more, and we’ve seen many manage the same feat with far less in recent quarters. So before raising a Series A, how can a founder ensure their business has the right metrics and that their pitch is tuned for the current venture climate?

Understanding Venture Studio Math
How do venture studios build sustainable business models?

$100M Valuation and No More Funding
Entrepreneurs shouldn’t keep raising money just because they can, especially after a $100M valuation. Instead, entrepreneurs should continually evaluate what they’re signing up for and what outcomes are required to be successful.

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