My startup is on the cusp of a major breakthrough, but we need significant funding, and the only investor willing to commit demands I fire two loyal, long-term employees who are like family to me. Do I sacrifice them for the company's future?

Egon Tischer

Egon Tischer

Fire employees, secure funding5 votes (33%)
Refuse, find new investors3 votes (20%)
Negotiate employee retention4 votes (27%)
Scale back company vision3 votes (20%)

15 votes total • Created 3/4/2026

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