The #1 Habit that Predicts Founder Success with TX Zhuo
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What’s the one trait that separates successful startups from the rest?
According to TX Zhuo—Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Fika Ventures—it’s not pedigree, pitch decks, or market size. It’s founder responsiveness. In this episode of Demo Day, TX reveals the surprising results of a study across 94 portfolio companies, and why the speed of your email replies might be a signal of much more than just efficiency.
Sean Goldfaden sits down with TX to talk about:
- How TX turned personal tragedy into a multimillion-dollar startup
- His transition from founder to VC at Fika Ventures
- How to stand out in a crowded pitch meeting
- The biggest green (and red) flags investors look for
- What most first-time fund managers get wrong
- The real story behind raising Fika’s first fund—with over 700 meetings
- Why radical focus and honest mentorship are keys to success
Whether you're a founder preparing for your next raise, or an emerging VC building your first fund, this conversation is packed with real talk and practical advice.
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