Kevin Zhang: What inspired you to become a founder?

Rosie Chopra: Becoming a mom. I finally understood the value of time the moment my first child was born. Any time spent away from my kids has to be worth it – it has to bring me deep meaning. Becoming a founder has given me as much purpose professionally, as motherhood has personally.

KZ: What’s the best advice you’ve received about being a founder?

RC: As cliched as it is – It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Thinking of your startup as a 10 year journey gives you perspective and rationale decision making vs looking weeks or months out.