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Founder mode

Founder mode is a startup-culture term for a founder-led way of operating a company in which the founder stays deeply involved in product, standards, talent, and key decisions even after the company scales.

Accurate as of Jun 4, 2026

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AcquihireAn acquihire is an acquisition or acquisition-like transaction in which the buyer's primary goal is to hire the target company's team rather than to acquire the target's operating business, revenue, customers, or standalone product.Indie hackerAn indie hacker is a founder who tries to make money independently by building and selling an internet-based product, usually without venture capital, a large team, or a traditional employer.Solo FounderA solo founder is a startup founder who starts and leads a company without a cofounder.

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Usage can vary across firms, programs, and jurisdictions; this definition describes the venture-scouting context.