Hussein discusses the importance of building a transparent and open culture within a firm. Hussein recommended a book called "Willful Blindness" that discusses how to foster honest conversations, even if they might be painful, to build a strong core within the firm. #venturecapital #startups #entrepreneurship #techinvestment #leaders
Elaborates on Antler's approach to investing, emphasizing the importance of finding the right founder and ensuring founder-market fit. They explain that Antler is open to founders from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, and that they aim to democratize entrepreneurship.
Join Sharma as he breaks down the venture capital scene in India vs the US! Discover the unique challenges and opportunities Indian startups face. #venturecapital #startups #indiastartups
Join Sharma as he breaks down the venture capital scene in India vs the US! Discover the unique challenges and opportunities Indian startups face. #venturecapital #startups #indiastartups
The speaker elaborates on Antler's approach to investing, emphasizing the importance of finding the right founder and ensuring founder-market fit. They explain that Antler is open to founders from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, and that they aim to democratize entrepreneurship.
This video emphasizes the long-term horizon of investment returns, noting that significant profits often only start to materialize after seven to ten years.
We discuss the importance of investing in long-term employee loyalty. They suggest providing a one-time bonus equivalent to what the carry number would be for lower-earning employees, such as personal assistants, to avoid the complexities of tax paperwork.
The importance of building a strong partnership culture in venture firms. Hussein emphasizes the need for open, transparent, and honest discussions among partners, and the challenges of transitioning from a two-person team to a larger group. #venturecapital #startups #entrepreneurship
Hussein discusses the importance of building a transparent and open culture within a firm. Hussein recommended a book called "Willful Blindness" that discusses how to foster honest conversations, even if they might be painful, to build a strong core within the firm. #venturecapital #startups #entrepreneurship #techinvestment
Hussein discusses the challenges of succession planning in venture firms, particularly in maintaining the firm's status and competitiveness through generational transitions. #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #startups
Highlights the importance of social proof and the need for a strategy to build a network that can vouch for you and your business idea.
Here we discuss the limitations of LinkedIn, stating that many connections on the platform are not genuine.
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In this episode of Understanding VC, host Rahul discusses startup accelerators and why startups should consider joining one in 2023 with Michael Cardamone, CEO and Managing Partner at Forum Ventures. They dive into topics such as the benefits of joining an accelerator, how to choose the right accelerator, what accelerators…
🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:21 - Who is a solo capitalist? 03:42 - What are the merits of being a solo capitalist? 07:50 - How is a solo capitalist helpful for a founder? 15:20 - Do solo GPs offer better founder friendly terms? 17:30 - Can solo capitalists be…
💡 Summary : Dive into the world of startup boards with Joe Leech in this illuminating discussion. Learn the key distinctions between board governance and decision-making, discover the core responsibilities of directors, and identify the ideal timing for forming a board. Uncover the roles of 'board chairpersons,' 'board observers,' and…
In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast with Caroline Casson, Partner at VITALIZE Venture Capital, Caroline shares her insights on the critical aspects of due diligence for early stage startups in venture capital. She emphasizes its importance for informed investment decisions and responsible investing. Key takeaways include evaluating…
In this episode of the Understanding VC podcast, we explore why startup founders should also be startup investors with Jyri Engeström, Co-Founder and Partner at Yes VC. You can find Jyri’s deck on how to invest in startups here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1eMziysqkr50QySR383u_T3ZujANXmyYO_nCe73c0iPM/edit#slide=id.p3 🕒 Timestamps: [00:01:14] Introduction: Defining "Dual Threat CEOs" [00:02:35] Investing…
Explore the fascinating realm of Quantum Computing from the perspective of Venture Capital with Ion Hauer in this captivating podcast! 🌌🧠🕒 Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Quantum Computing and Challenges 00:06:00 - Quantum Computing Basics 00:10:45 - Hardware Architectures and Quantum Systems 00:15:14 - Progress and Challenges in Quantum…
Welcome to this insightful discussion on angel investing! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of angel investing with Brian Nichols, the founder of Angel Squad. Join us as we explore key questions about angel investing, its trends, challenges, and more. 🕒 Timestamps: [00:37:00] Exploring the Role of…
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