My startup is failing, and the only way to secure another round of funding is to exaggerate our product's capabilities to investors; do I lie to save my company and employees' jobs, or be honest and likely face bankruptcy?

Dana Blazheyovskiy

Dana Blazheyovskiy

Exaggerate capabilities2 votes (25%)
Be honest, risk bankruptcy1 vote (13%)
Refine pitch, seek niche1 vote (13%)
Seek new business model4 votes (50%)

8 votes total • Created 3/4/2026

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My startup is failing, and the only way to secure another round of funding is to exaggerate our product's capabilities to investors; do I lie to save my company and employees' jobs, or be honest and likely face bankruptcy? | asQkme