The worst mental state you can be is one of fear.

Fear comes from being in a corner.

Backed up with no options.

The way to avoid fear is to always make sure you have options.

Never put yourself in a situation where you MUST sell your company, or you MUST raise capital, or you CAN’T fire the CEO.

That way lies dead-ends. that way lies fear.

Choose the path that maximises your options.