insight• 7 min read• Jan 27, 2026
Startup Psychology: Helping Founders Break the Hiring Plateau
This article explores the psychology behind why founders hit a hiring plateau and how to move from early “people you know” hiring to a more focused approach that supports a real business. It addresses the confusion and regret that can come with changing roles or letting people go, and how founders can break cycles of self-blame to hire the leadership their company needs.