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Steve Jobs – Apple What Worked: ~ Intuitive product design + ecosystem thinking. ~ Marketing mastery (storytelling + product launches). ~ Ruthless focus on simplicity. What Didn’t: ~ Early arrogance led to being ousted from Apple in 1985. ~ Perfectionism sometimes delayed shipping. Takeaway: Brilliant vision must balance humility—failure can be a comeback opportunity. Follow for more such founder-related content! #founder #story

Jack & Jill AI, a London-based startup reimagining recruitment with two autonomous AI agents—Jack for candidates and Jill for employers—has raised $20M seed funding led by Creandum, with participation from Dig Ventures, Entrepreneur First, Ada Ventures, and 75+ angels including Nico Rosberg. Founded in early 2025 by Matthew Wilson and Saaras Mehan, the company has already engaged 49,000 candidates, partnered with hundreds of firms, and is now eyeing U.S. expansion. Their approach blends empathy with AI efficiency, promising faster, fairer, and more affordable hiring. Founder’s Takeaway: Recruitment is ripe for disruption when tackled from first principles. If you’re building in any traditional sector, ask: “What would this process look like if we rebuilt it with today’s tech?” Also, note how Jack & Jill scaled trust by embedding agents directly into hiring workflows rather than just creating another platform—distribution matters as much as product innovation. Follow StartupLinkX for more insights. #AI #Startups #Recruitment #Funding #FutureOfWork #StartupLinkX

When you tell your phone to sleep but secretly hope it wakes you with that first sale notification. Startup life = 24/7 hustle mode. Tag a founder who can relate to this! Follow for more! #meme #founder #startup

This week at StartupLinkX: ~ Spotify’s secret feature SongDNA shows how turning hidden metadata into networks can transform discovery. ~ Fundraising tips: building a pitch deck that works, tough investor questions, and negotiating equity wisely. ~ Founder Spotlight: Nitesh Tank of Advick AgVenture on scaling precision farming by building trust first. Read the full edition for insights that turn tech trends into founder strategies. #StartupTips #Fundraising #Spotify #SongDNA #Startuplinkx

ConCntric raises $10M to bring AI to construction preconstruction. Amplify unifies workflows, reduces risk, and accelerates decisions. Founder takeaways: ~ Solve problems you know deeply. ~ Combine industry expertise with tech. ~ Build tools that empower teams, not just automate. Follow StartupLinkx for founder insights. #ConstructionTech #AIStartup #FounderLessons

Jeff Keller’s Attitude is Everything emphasizes that a positive attitude shapes success. The book teaches controlling thoughts, words, and actions to unlock potential. Life is 90% how you react, not just what happens. Founder Lessons: ~ Founders can learn to focus on mindset during challenges. ~ Positive outlooks improve decision-making and team morale. For example, a startup facing repeated product failures can pivot more effectively with resilience instead of frustration. Follow StartupLinkx for more founder insights. #FounderMindset #StartupGrowth #LeadershipLessons

Creators and founders are increasingly collaborating to reach new audiences, drive engagement, and grow communities. Co-marketing partnerships let founders like Carol, founder of StartupLinkX, use their podcasts and YouTube channels to amplify startup stories while startups gain authentic exposure. Founder learning: Leverage creators’ platforms to tell your story in an engaging, relatable way. Carol’s example shows that combining thought leadership with your product narrative can build trust and attract relevant users. Startups can also co-create content that provides value, not just promotion, turning collaboration into a growth engine. Focus on partnerships that align audience interests and brand values. Follow StartupLinkx for more founder insights. Watch all founder podcast here - https://lnkd.in/dWVBbPr5 #CoMarketing #CreatorEconomy #StartupGrowth

BiMA raises €500K to bring screen-free storytelling to kids’ bedrooms. Their projector creates immersive, screen-free story moments for families. Founder takeaways: ~ Solve real problems with emotional impact. ~ Partner with experienced mentors/investors. ~ Focus on meaningful user experiences, not just features. Follow StartupLinkx for founder insights. #EdTech #StartupFunding #FemaleFounders

This Week on StartupLinkX: Google expands its AI virtual try-on to new countries — and now includes shoes. The future of e-commerce is here: hyper-personalized, trust-driven, and emotionally engaging. Also inside: how behavioral nudges can boost conversions, and Dr. Sankar Sree Ph.D’s journey building the no-code AI revolution with Turilytix.ai. Read the full edition and stay ahead with founder insights that move the needle. #StartupLinkX #AICommerce #FounderPlaybook #GrowthPsychology

When you’re a startup founder who learns both development and marketing — you don’t just build the product, you become the product, the brand, and the ad campaign. Full-stack ducks are rare, but unstoppable. #StartupLife #Founders #GrowthMindset #Bootstrapped #Startup #StartupLinkX