The story of the young upstart founder is a popular narrative in today’s culture, but how genuine is it? A recent article by Ian Hathaway actually reveals that, on average, the most successful founders are in their 40’s. The fastest growing, venture-backed, and successfully exited companies are led by founders aged 42–47, not those in their teens and 20’s crafting startups in their dorm rooms.
If youth isn’t necessarily the most crucial point, what is?
