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Why Philippine Startups Fail (and What Founders Keep Getting Wrong) | KwentuOne Ep.20 w/Rene Cuartero of AHG Lab

OneCFO Season 2 Episode 20

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Why do so many Philippine startups fail — even with great ideas, funding, and passionate founders?

In this episode of KwentuOne Podcast, we talk to Rene Cuartero, CEO and Co-founder of AHG Lab, one of the country’s leading venture builders. Rene shares the hard truths behind startup struggles in the Philippines — from founder mindsets and challenges due to government regulations, to the hidden risks of raising money too early.

We delve into the realities of startup life: how AHG Lab selects founders to back, what distinguishes those who succeed, and why disappointed customers can be more detrimental than unhappy ones.

If you’re a startup founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or part of the Philippine tech community, this episode is your real-world guide to surviving and thriving in today’s startup ecosystem.

🎙 Hosted by OneCFO, the KwentuOne Podcast brings you raw, practical, and inspiring conversations with the people shaping business in the Philippines.

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