Just to contrast this: Most of the startup founders I've met, have previously worked in consulting (think McKinsey, Bain, BCG, etc.). Which I guess makes sense

Just to contrast this: Most of the startup founders I've met, have previously worked in consulting (think McKinsey, Bain, BCG, etc.). Which I guess makes sense, as they've been exposed to certain industries from top to bottom, as well as people with enough funds to actually invest.