Canceled, Ousted, and Taken Down: Why 'Founder Mode' Doesn't Work for Female Leaders

Everyone is talking about the 'founder mode' leadership style popularized by Paul Graham. For female entrepreneurs, it isn't such a straightforward win.

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Canceled, Ousted, and Taken Down: Why 'Founder Mode' Doesn't Work for Female Leaders

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Bills in wait-and-see mode with QB Allen's hand

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