Steve Jobs actually studied calligraphy, and had a design esthetic. Elon Musk has a fundamental understanding of physics, and the drive to make things happen.

Steve Jobs actually studied calligraphy, and had a design esthetic. Elon Musk has a fundamental understanding of physics, and the drive to make things happen. Those 2 founders/business leaders are legit in every way. But when you get outside the realm of founders into professional managers/MBAs, then you're right to be suspicious. > Trying to figure out my priorities for boot-strapping vs. being a venture-backed/high growth company. Most people don't get such a choice. You can find out by asking for the money, and seeing what happens.