How did you handle the intense stress and doubt during the early days of Capital One?
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Co-founder & Managing Partner at QED Investors
Niche: Finance
Revenue: Not Publicly Disclosed/month
Location: Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Started: 2007
There were days when the challenges felt horrendous and I suggested returning to consulting. Rich Fairbank reminded me that the darkest time is often just before the dawn. Having a trusted partner to remind you that things are never as bad as they seem during downturns, nor as good during highs, is invaluable.
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