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How should I explain two failed startups on my cv? (alien.top)

submitted 10 months ago by zascar@alien.top to c/entrepreneur@indiehackers.space

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I have a long history of working in top tech companies but 4 years ago went into the startup world. First I cofounded a web3 crypto company where we had a very successful launch but it went downhill and I left as the other founders ran it into the ground. We had an amazing vision but failed to properly execute and delivery anything out the back end.

Then I joined another friend in his business - brought a new idea in and we changed the business vision - lots of great concepts but no actual product or revenue - trying to raise money but have not been successful yet. Now I need to go get an actual job and worried I'll be judged poorly on not being able to be successful.

Sure its great I tried but I'm nervous I'll be thought of as unable to execute. I'm sure I'm not the only one that has a history like this. Any advice?

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[–] The_Original_Gronkie@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago (2 children)

You don't emphasize the failures, you emphasize the experience you gained, and the skills you perfected. If they ask about the closings, you didnt make mistakes, you died heroically on the field of battle. Blame it on market forces, consolidation of larger competition, etc. Blame it on Amazon. And Covid.

[–] zascar@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Excellent thank you.

[–] The_Original_Gronkie@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago

Your welcome.

And supply chain issues, that was a big one for a while.