Violetta | Mean CEO

Happy entrepreneur. Building a women-first startup game. Talking about startups with humor.

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Get from IDEA to first CUSTOMER and beyond.

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

EIT Manufacturing liquidation : what does it mean for startups?

https://t.co/8R9Goka0XI

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

Wonderful news: I’ve been invited to speak at a panel. It’s called Women in Tech.

The other three panels at the conference are just called Tech.

So proud.

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

Just got feedback from a VC after our pitch.

He said we need “more testosterone in the room.”

I asked if he meant the product metrics.

He said no

Very helpful feedback. Taking notes.

Next time will take my husband with me.

Bullish on Europe! 🇪🇺

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

A journalist is writing a piece on successful European female founders.

He asked for a photo of me in my kitchen.

I sent him a photo of my husband doing the dishes.

He said that’s not quite what he had in mind.

We agreed to disagree. Bullish on Europe! 🇪🇺

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

Ours has a Slack group and a workshop on the ethics of AI.

Oh and consultations from people who never built a startup. Very excited about their fresh perspective.

Incredibly grateful for the opportunity.

Bullish on Europe! 🇪🇺

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

Great news: I have been accepted into a female founder accelerator.

It is 12 weeks long.

There is no funding attached.

There is a networking dinner on week 11.

The male founder accelerator has €250K and an office.

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

I asked a VC why he passed on our round.
He said he just didn’t feel the “founder-market fit.”
I built this product because I personally experienced the problem for 6 years.
He said yes but he just didn’t feel it.
He has never experienced the problem.

[Ingrid Fundless @EUFemaleFounder]

A VC asked me today whether I’d thought about ‘what happens when you want to start a family.’

I said yes, I had.

He seemed pleased.

I meant my company is the family.

We’ll discuss the misunderstanding at our Series A.

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

I would love it if you read the piece and gave your opinion. I'm happy to be proven wrong.

Also happy to have anyone drop me a private message if you want to stay anonymous.

@levelsio @eurofounder @compliantvc

https://t.co/CMIaxC2QZi

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

I have to interrupt my spring workation to make this post.

Someone reached out to me yesterday and I couldn't be silent anymore.

I want to talk about this. I wrote an opinion piece about EU funding for female entrepreneurs.

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

I'm sure many people will hate what I have to say. But I'm not here to be liked.

I'm willing to have a constructive discussion about it as I want what's best for female entrepreneurs in Europe.

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

@eurofounder Next time arrive by a bicycle please: respect the traditions of your neighbor.

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

@HardemanHildeML @EUPublications @lemaitre_eu Try chatting with Publio 🥲

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Europe's €5B Scaleup Fund promises growth but risks inflating 'zombie startups.' Learn why bootstrapping outshines funding and how founders can truly thrive.

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/Wi9tnuvhor

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

VC Funding Is the New Corporate Job: Discover if VC funding aligns with your goals, risk tolerance, and entrepreneurship style. Keep control or scale faster?

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/G1ycc34ELp

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Can you really use AI for healthcare? Discover how AI transforms diagnostics, enhances decision-making, and empowers patients with smarter healthcare choices.

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/rfoa6vvZr5

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Can you build a startup with a team of OpenClaw bots? Discover how AI agents can save costs, boost productivity, and act as your scalable, all-star startup team.

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/H9F4xECTee

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Does Grokipedia have a chance to overtake Wikipedia? Explore its bold AI-driven strategies, SEO tactics, and trust challenges to uncover key lessons for founders.

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/XmBHR4tdpH

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Is Bootstrapping Actually Safe for Female-Led Startups? Discover why bootstrapping can empower female founders with autonomy and smart growth strategies.

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/83lgk9vCha

[Violetta | Mean CEO @meanceo]

Is a Startup Accelerator Worth It for Female Founders? Discover key insights to weigh its value, avoid mistakes, and choose the path tailored to your startup's goals.

Read more at Mean CEO's Blog: https://t.co/hLTjp4juhe