The Trusted Cofounder Blog

Insights and expertise for founders and vetted talent. Master startup velocity and the new competitive moats starting with The 11 Startup Mantras.

How to Start Up a Company: The Only 3 Things You Need to Do First (Hint: It’s Not Fundraising)

Stop searching how to start a company. We break down the 3 non-negotiable first steps for high velocity founders: Validating Demand (the core risk), embracing the Founder Mindset, and finding your Co-Founder, the new moat against AI competition.

By Trusted Cofounder TeamNovember 27, 2025

The 11 Startup Mantras: Founder Insights From Slush 2025

Sourced directly from the Slush 2025 conference, these 11 essential principles define the modern founder's journey, emphasizing Velocity, Trust, and the critical need to 'Be The Technologist.'

By Trusted Cofounder TeamNovember 24, 2025