Really appreciate this perspective. That question about 'what does the math demand' is the one most founders avoid longest, myself included. It's interesting how we frame reality-checking as negativity when it's actually the clearest act of self-respect. I'm curious - have you found ways to maintain that math-first mindset while still preserving the vision that got you started? That balance is something I'm still working through.
Really appreciate this perspective. That question about 'what does the math demand' is the one most founders avoid longest, myself included. It's interesting how we frame reality-checking as negativity when it's actually the clearest act of self-respect. I'm curious - have you found ways to maintain that math-first mindset while still preserving the vision that got you started? That balance is something I'm still working through.