"Startup Pitfalls: The Reality of Advisors and Boards"

Many entrepreneurs mistakenly believe that forming a board and bringing in advisors are necessary steps in building a successful startup. Advisors may offer good advice initially, however, over time, they often lose touch with the operations and their advice becomes less relevant. Furthermore, boards are frequently high-profile but actually low-impact, leading to inefficiency and distracting from the goal of growing the business. Therefore, startups may be more successful by focusing on building lean, agile teams and seeking short-term expert advice as needed, rather than appointing long-term advisors or a board decision-making body. https://pierregaubil.substack.com/p/cut-the-fat-why-your-startup-doesnt ```