First Principles

A newsletter for founders who challenge assumptions, rethink the defaults, and build with conviction from day one.

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We know "first principles thinking" gets thrown around as VC jargon—but here, it’s more than a buzzword.

We designed this newsletter for founders and early teams who challenge the status quo and build with conviction.

Each week, we’ll share insights from founders who’ve been in the trenches—candid stories of what went wrong, how they course-corrected, and tactical lessons you can actually apply.

Whether you’re chasing product-market fit or scaling fast, we’re here to help you think deeper, move faster, and build something enduring.

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