When most VCs talk about a good founder, they really mean someone who has a good resume and looks experienced on paper. But big corporate execs tend to flounder in startups because they: - Need a structured environment and big team around them - Are too by the book and don't find creative ways to hustle - Follow routines as how they've always been done without questioning old habits The best founders are often outsiders who become insiders. They: - Don't look impressive on resume but clearly studied the history of the industry and why past attempts failed - Can quickly network their way into inner circles of the industry which is crucial to building trust for B2B sales - Are able to spot broken workflows with a fresh first principles perspective as an outsider