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Sweat,Tears and Equity
Welcome to Sweat, Tears and Equity, a podcast by Fortech Investments, where we discuss the untold truths of founding and funding start-ups. Our guests are founders, investors, and other players from the ecosystem who learned these valuable lessons the hard way. They share the things they wish they knew earlier about the challenges that lie in this journey, the things that no one prepared them for, so you and other founders can navigate this bumpy road successfully.
Sweat,Tears and Equity
Ep. 02 - Cynical but hopeful, Gen Z founders are here to stay - Luca Știrbăț CEO Creative Motion
In this episode of "Sweat, Tears, and Equity", our host Sorin Bădulescu sits down with Luca Știrbăț, CEO of Creative Motion and ReaktorX. Luca opens up about his journey from high school robotics competitions to leading a Bucharest startup studio. However, the real heart of the conversation lies in his insights on the Gen Z entrepreneurial spirit.
Luca dives deep into what sets Gen Z apart: their pragmatism, cynicism, and drive to challenge the status quo. He discusses how growing up in a world of economic and environmental crises has fueled a generation determined to make impactful changes. Luca emphasizes that Gen Z's dissatisfaction with traditional paths has led them to innovate in spaces like sustainability, green energy, and gaming.
He also shares valuable advice for managers on how to effectively work with Gen Z employees, highlighting the importance of honesty, direct communication, and realistic expectations. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in understanding the fresh perspectives and unique challenges faced by Gen Z entrepreneurs and leaders.
Tune in to explore how this generation is poised to reshape industries and create a more sustainable future.