🚀 If you could change one thing about startup culture, what would it be?

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What's the one thing you'd improve in startup culture?

Nick from FirstHR · Accepted Answer

Thinking that the tech industry is the entire economy.

Most of the world's population does not work in this industry.

Mehvish Shafiq · Answer

The obsession with hustle culture. Seriously, we need to stop glorifying burnout as a badge of honor. Startups should focus on working smart, not just working crazy hours. Mental health, balanced life, and actual sustainable productivity matter way more than how many all-nighters you can pull.

Yerang Park | AI-Powered Vision · Answer

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Yerang Park | AI-Powered Vision · Answer

@mehvish_shafiq Couldn't agree more—mental health and smart work should be the norm.

Yerang Park | AI-Powered Vision · Answer

@nickanisimov Absolutely, tech isn't the whole economy. We need broader perspectives!

Yerang Park | AI-Powered Vision · Answer

@daniel__blake Yes, recharging is vital for sustainable productivity

Yerang Park | AI-Powered Vision · Answer

@ra_jesh_ Totally, prioritizing mental health is key to long-term success

Yerang Park | AI-Powered Vision · Answer

Having worked in a startup, the one thing I’d change is the

"blurred boundary between work and personal life".

While I understand the need for intense focus and fast growth, I believe prioritizing burnout prevention is key to long-term success.

Introducing a culture that values rest and work-life balance could actually lead to better results in the long run. 💡

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I'd change the productivity expectations recharge time is essential.

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I'd make mental health support more of a priority. It's crucial for long term  success.

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I'd shift the focus from constant hustle to more meaningful, sustainable growth.

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I'd focus more on celebrating  small wins. It keeps morale up and reminds us how far we’ve come.

Elijah Scott Fitzgerald · Answer

I'd change the perception that you have to work crazy hours and sacrifice everything for your startup. Sustainable growth and work-life balance should be valued more. The rest of the world has a lot to teach us about building businesses that last and keeping your sanity intact!

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The constant hustle and grind mentality - rest is just as important for creativity and success. Also, diversity in startup teams is still lacking which limits perspectives and solutions.

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I think we need to change the 'move fast and break things' mentality. Startups should focus more on building sustainable businesses that create real value for customers and society, not just chasing the next big valuation or exit. Quality > quantity.

🚀 If you could change one thing about startup culture, what would it be?

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