What Investors Really Want to Hear from Founders

In this episode of The Investor Relations Podcast, Dr. Thomas J Powell, founder of The Founder’s Office™, shares a candid perspective on communication breakdowns between founders and investors—and how to fix them. Drawing on decades of experience managing over $3.2 billion in capital, Tom explains why overly optimistic projections can backfire, and how transparency—even when things get tough—actually builds stronger, long-term investor relationships.Too often, founders hide challenges out of fear of losing credibility. But as Tom explains, the truth is just the opposite: seasoned investors prefer honesty and will often step in to offer support, strategy, or connections—if they’re kept in the loop.🔗 Connect with our Guest Dr. Thomas J Powell – Founder, The Founder’s Office™ Website: https://www.founders-office.com/ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePowellPerspectivePodcast🎙️ Explore more episodes or connect with us below: Website: https://www.theinvestorrelationspodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorRelationsPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theinvestorrelationspodcast/ 📩 Contact: https://www.theinvestorrelationspodcast.com/contact/Disclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or compliance advice. All views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of any regulatory agency, organization, or employer. Listeners should consult their own legal counsel, compliance teams, or financial advisors to ensure adherence to applicable regulations, including SEC, FINRA, and other industry-specific requirements. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation or recommendation for any financial products or services.Let’s Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/To Contact Us, Please Visit:https://www.theinvestorrelationspodcast.com/contact/