The dream of any local startup: scaling regionally. The only thing common to all South East Asian countries is that they are in South East Asia! Made of diverse cultures and languages, this place we call home is a startup paradise but also with a scaling challenge.

Sure, you have been brought on board for your expertise and direct experience. But don’t assume you are ready to jump into startup life. Please prepare! Startups function on principles that are typically the opposite of how mature companies function.

Hustle. Crush it. Hypergrowth. Disruption. Do these phrases sound familiar? Commonly heard in the startup space, these words describe what we think of as the startup journey. Startups require people to constantly perform at their peak. This is “the hustle.” This is “crushing it.”

As hard as it is to hear, being a startup founder does not automatically qualify you to run a business. While it is likely that they would be CEO by default, founders should examine their strengths and capabilities and be honest about in their business or technical acumen. Admitting there are gaps is not a sign of founder incapability; it is the opposite.

Not all startups jobs are equal, and not everyone may be interested in the intense lifestyle that a startup job brings. So how do you know if you are ready to take the plunge?

Find out how Blake Larson, Lalamove’s Managing Director of International, tries to use small and fun exercises to cultivate company culture and values.

As we celebrate Mother’s Day this month, we have the honor of having these three inspiring women in the technology and innovation ecosystem share their views on managing motherhood and leading a career in technology startups.

Been at your corporate job for a few years and looking at a potential switch to a startup? Graduating from business school and considering a fast-growing team? You’re far from alone.

After working in both environments, I’ve been exposed to the benefits and shortcomings of each option. So, if you’re undecided about which path to take, consider these questions to help you make the most of your career—both now and in the future.

Six local founders tell Channel NewsAsia why they were willing to ditch the promise of six-figure bonuses as bankers, traders and financial analysts for the hard-toiling life of making a start-up work.