When You IPO You Lose Your Soul

Explore Steve Blank's insights on the future of the lean startup model in this 19-minute Web Summit conference talk. Delve into topics such as differing viewpoints on IPOs, traction and cost considerations, and why not every company needs to go public. Examine the Uber example, discuss potential IPO timelines for companies like Spotify, and understand why an IPO is often seen as the only form of liquidity. Learn about founder control, hear an anecdote about a CEO turning away venture capital, and gain valuable advice for entrepreneurs. Analyze the Snap Inc. case and draw meaningful conclusions about the impact of going public on a company's culture and mission.

Intro
Pats views
David views
Traction and cost
Not every company needs an IPO
Uber example
When will Spotify IPO
IPO is the only form of liquidity
Founder control
CEO turned away VC
Advice for entrepreneurs
Snap
Conclusion