Harvard Business Review’s Post

The probability of extreme startup success rises with age.

Research: The Average Age of a Successful Startup Founder Is 45

Research: The Average Age of a Successful Startup Founder Is 45

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Interesting discussion point! It's often tempting to think that disruptive tech innovations come solely from the young, fueled by the "overnight success" stories of early-20s founders we see splashed across headlines. But real game-changers often require a deeper well of experience, not just youthful energy. That's what I find compelling about truly mastering emerging tech – like generative AI, it's less about flash-in-the-pan moments and more about patient, iterative expertise built upon a foundation. It makes me wonder, where's the perfect blend of those two? How can both experience and fresh perspectives accelerate breakthroughs in this fast moving space? 🤔.

Success isn’t about starting young; it’s about starting right. Experience, wisdom, and timing often outweigh sheer speed. 

Chintan P.

Product Executive | SaaS - AI - Security | Ex-Microsoft

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Do you have a data slice that compares B2C tech founders vs B2B?

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