First meet Quote by Brad Feld
“When we raised the first Foundry Group fund in 2007, we took over 100 first meetings. We told our story several hundred times. As part of it was a slide called 'Strategy.' I still repeat the elements of that slide regularly, a decade later, as our core strategy has not changed.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Brad Feld on Foundry Group Strategy, 2007
A successful startup strategy relies on consistent storytelling and core principles that endure over time.
In simple terms: Stick to core strategy and repeat your story.
Key Takeaway
Maintain consistent messaging.
Themes
strategy
consistency
storytelling
entrepreneurship
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- pitch meetings
- investor presentations
- team alignment
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
core principles
brand narrative
long‑term focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you refresh your core story without losing its essence?
- What core principles must stay unchanged?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on a single narrative can limit adaptability.
