Harsh reality: you can build a better product and still lose to an inferior one with a better network. Simply because the team with the stronger product but weaker distribution runs out of runway before anyone notices they're better Meanwhile the team with okay execution but great distribution gets customers, raises capital, and survives long enough to improve. It's not fair but this is how it works Right narrative timing > Good features Founder people already trust > Highly experienced founder Investors who actively amplify you > Investors who just lends capital Access to the right networks > Building alone. "Better product" almost never wins on its own.