Kryštof Hanzal: A Founder Who Refuses to Learn Will Eventually Hold the Company Back

Kryštof Hanzal: A Founder Who Refuses to Learn Will Eventually Hold the Company Back

28. 1. 2026 Press & Stories

Talent, vision and drive are no longer enough for investors. Increasingly, they focus on one defining quality of founders. Coachability. The ability to listen, reflect and change when the company needs it.

Kryštof Hanzal: A Founder Who Refuses to Learn Will Eventually Hold the Company Back

n his article, Kryštof Hanzal explores a topic that is gaining strong traction in the Czech startup and investment scene. Investors are no longer looking solely for bold ideas and ambitious growth plans. They are looking for founders who are open to feedback and personal development. A lack of coachability quickly affects leadership style, strategic decision-making and a company’s ability to adapt to change. The article explains why the willingness to learn often separates long-term success from hitting an early ceiling.

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28. 1. 2026 Press & Stories

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