Founders don’t just lose sleep over metrics. They lose sleep over the weight.
A founder told us this morning:
“I ask myself every night, did I make the most of today? I can’t let everyone down.”
If you’re feeling this, we see you and can help 🤝
AI isn’t the moat. Execution is.
Everyone has AI. Few have systems. Even fewer measure what works.
@StartupGrind ’25 proved it: the startups learning the fastest will win.
We’re evaluating a few now.
If you are an angel investor, we may have found your next investment. DM us
3 things every founder should know:
1️⃣ Spend 50% of your time learning from customers. Your product will thank you
2️⃣ Build onboarding like it’s part of your GTM, not just UX
3️⃣ Systems > talent. Talent can’t scale chaos
Execution isn’t just important, it’s your key to scale
The best founders we met yesterday weren’t loud. They were learning fast, listening hard, and saying no even faster.
7 takeaways that hit us in the gut:
1️⃣ Still unsure what to build? Talk to 50 customers. Then talk to 50 more.
2️⃣ Right product, wrong market = failure. Every time.
3️⃣ Your MVP isn’t the product; it’s how fast you can learn.
4️⃣ Clock speed > credentials. Build your early team around velocity, not vanity.
5️⃣ Kill features fast. Prioritize your product roadmap like your life depends on it.
6️⃣ Innovation = Invention × Distribution. Most forget the second half.
7️⃣ First-time founders chase funding. Second-time founders chase revenue. Third-time founders chase profit.
@StartupGrind 2025 isn’t about hype. It’s about momentum, market sense, and execution.
If you’re stuck on any of this, DM me. Our team at Atlantis Capital is here to help.
Are you scaling your team and hiring?
Here are four key questions to ask before you begin:
✅How is your agreement structured to protect your business and compensate your new hire?
✅How will your application and interview process remove bias and attract top talent?
✅What onboarding materials, automations, and documentation are prepared for them to use on day one?
✅What metrics will you track to measure success and impact?
Our team just helped a partner navigate +100 applications, lots of interviews, and a shit ton of planning to bring on their first Community Manager!
Need a proven framework to scale your team? Let’s chat 🤝
Incredible Day 1!
Some of our Co-Founders at Atlantis Capital spent the day in Indianapolis at @16Techinnovate with this rockstar team getting ready to support some massive deals.
The entertainment and sports world is not ready for @ekkobar_ai in 2025!
If you know of anyone in the sports or entertainment industry looking to better understand the social conversations surrounding their brand, then let’s chat 🤝
What a week!
Could not have asked for a better experience at @StartupGrind meeting with the leaders of innovation pushing the world forward.
Thankful to be surrounded by an incredible community and excited for what’s next.
Stay tuned.
#SGGlobal
What does the tokenization of assets within real estate mean for the rest of the industry?
“This is an evolution, not a revolution”
Full Recording: https://t.co/gp6ZuL3ebC
Issue #20 of the Graph Advocates Spotlight is now available and showcases the talented Advocate @TheHiHedger !
Luke is the co-host of the "Bridging the Gap to Web3" web series. You can check it out in the Community Roundup Links below.
Enjoy!
@graphprotocol@graphadvocates
Bridging the Gap to Web3
Episode 5: Blockchain + Real Estate
Guest Speakers:
• Acquisitions Officer of the first U.S. real estate investor focused on outdoor storage facilities
• CEO of @ABCtokens who is disrupting the real estate industry
Registration:https://t.co/SZ7bZ81Pat
Cyber Intelligence Program for High School Students
15 students will be selected to join this spikeview program with @IssquaredInc to collaborate with professionals in this field and have a chance to win $300
Learn more here: https://t.co/JgyVnCdA7R