Something that's rarely talked about in startup circles is co-founder conflict. It's pervasive, and in many cases leaves a bitter taste for years afterwards. Pa

Something that's rarely talked about in startup circles is co-founder conflict. It's pervasive, and in many cases leaves a bitter taste for years afterwards. Part of the reason we never hear about it is legal liability/NDAs, but the other part is the investor ecosystem (including accelerators) doesn't want to hear about conflict, just the fact that there is a committed founding team with the right match of skills and background. Regarding this: I have been told by A-san who is the representative of the investors, very firmly, and very clearly, that my performance today will have a significant impact on my leaving deal. And my performance today must include reading out the bullets. The outcome isn't surprising. In some countries, foreign CEOs and founders will always be at a disadvantage in the eyes of investors, employees, public perception, and the law.