Bootstrapping ftw! Never liked the idea of giving away equity. It's slow growth, but you keep control. When you take VC cash, be ready for board meetings and KPIs, and sometimes you might get pushed out of your own company if things don't go their way. Happens more than people …

I'll vouch for bootstrapping any day, brother. Bitter sweet experience, but you come out knowing your business in and out. It’s like wrestling a bear but you’re in command!