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Do you know what the difference is between Angel Investors and VCs? Or what an exit strategy is? Or how to begin your first funding round? CEO of Surf, Swish Goswami, knows it all and more. Join us on today's podcast to learn all about how startups are truly born. Full Episode: https://lnkd.in/g9dKq3Ns #VC #AngelInvesting #Investing #Startups #StartupFinancial #VCs #VentureCapital #VentureInvesting

Bogdan shared so many valuable lessons from his on founder journey on the first episode of the Sweat, Tears and Equity podcast that we had to write an article about the three most valuable ones. Check out the article below, and listen to the full episode if you haven't already to learn more about: ✅ How to balance grand vision with pragmatism as a founder without overpromising to investors and missing key milestones. ✅ The secret to blending different types of investors for start-up success – and how to approach this strategically ✅ Why you need to choose between a product-led or sales-led start-up approach – and why you need to make this choice as early as possible #startups #founders #venturecapital

Exciting times ahead! 🚀 As we approach the grand finale of an extraordinary year, I'm thrilled to share valuable insights that will contribute to our collective growth and success. From thought-provoking blogs to engaging podcasts, webinars, and global connections, this year has woven a tapestry of growth and meaningful experiences. Explore the Best of 2023: * Dive into my year-end wrap reflections on my Blog Page. * Explore my blog posts on wealth planning, entrepreneurship, and VC trends. * Listen to my podcast episodes featuring industry leaders. * Read comprehensive insights in my published papers. Dive deep for the full scoop into wealth planning, entrepreneurship, and venture capital trends by exploring my 2023 wrap-up blog post. Read Nacho's 2023 Year-end Wrap => https://lnkd.in/eUv5xt6p Become a blog subscriber to receive updates in your inbox and join me in anticipating the exciting possibilities that 2024 has in store! 🙌 Wishing everyone joyful holidays and a thriving 2024! Thank you for being part of this journey. I eagerly anticipate connecting with you in 2024. #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #Reflections #2023WrapUp #StartupJourney #WealthPlanning #AssetProtection #VCFunds #StartupStructuring

Caught up on the latest 6 episodes from the First Cheque podcast? 🚀 We’ve had some impressive leaders join co-hosts Cheryl Mack from Aussie Angels and Maxine Minter from Co Ventures to open-source conversations about early-stage startup investing. 💰 ⭐⭐⭐ Listen to the latest six episodes of First Cheque: ⭐⭐⭐ 🧠 Elicia McDonald from Airtree discusses the essential mindset, resilience and empathy needed for venture investing and supporting founders on their journey. 🔮 Trang T. Nguyen from Transpose Platform breaks down how to disrupt industries using a platform based approach and how they’ve helped to create +15 programs, +1,000 startups as well as making direct early-stage investments into 9 unicorns. 🌳 Craig Blair from Airtree shares key lessons from early-stage investing since the early 2000s and running a fund with $1.3B funds under management. 🐦 Samantha Wong from Blackbird in New Zealand discusses spotting opportunities and intentionally building community with +100 startups, +150 founders and +6,800 operators. 📚 In the episode on *Angel Investing: On-Ramps, Communities, and Learning*, co-hosts discuss the early steps to become an angel investor, top recommended resources, building community and staying informed. 🛠️ Anabel Lippincott Paksoy from 43 based out of the Bay Area talks about investing in pre-seed and even pre-product startups with a focus on community operators. Subscribe to the First Cheque podcast here: 🎧 https://lnkd.in/gWEDF7hR View more details about each episode here: 👀 https://lnkd.in/gaX-9dEN Thanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of First Cheque possible. Scendar: Scendar is the OG startup accounting firm in Australia. Free 1-hour consultation about your Business' growth plans and finance needs. https://dayone.fm/scendar Turo: Turo is the world's largest carsharing marketplace and it's the perfect app for travel. Download the Turo app and book cars from $38/day. https://dayone.fm/turo

Did you miss the Skin in the Game VC Podcast's top episode of 2023? "Investing in Startups with Brad Feld" is an intriguing conversation with this tech entrepreneur and early-stage investor of more than 35 years. Tom and Brad dive into Brad's first investments and pursuits of entrepreneurship, highlighting the successful companies he co-founded as well as the 40+ companies he's invested in as an angel before getting into VC. Brad breaks away from the common narratives of success and shares the personal strategies that worked for him. Give it a listen.

Ep.1 of #20Europe now LIVE - new series profiling European ecosystems 🎙 🇪🇺 We go all in on 🇩🇪 I was joined by Filip Felician Dames (Cherry Ventures) & Dominic Wilhelm (Headline) 🍒 📰 to discuss a variety of topics including: What makes your local ecosystem tick? What are the key Founder traits that are specific to Germany? Do VCs really collaborate? What the f*** is VC value add? Should Seed companies take money from multi-stage funds? As always, would love to have your feedback on the show and themes to cover in future episodes, so hit up the comments section 👇 https://lnkd.in/gM5k8ABk 20VC, #technology, #germany, #podcast, #VC, #entrepreneurship, #startups

🎙️ "Riding Unicorns" Podcast: Conversations with Industry Titans and Venture Capitalists 🚀 Entrepreneurship is a thrilling journey, and sometimes, all we need is a guiding voice to navigate the challenging terrains. Today, I want to shine a spotlight on the "Riding Unicorns" podcast hosted by James Pringle and his co-host Hector Mason, an invaluable resource for aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs alike. Why "Riding Unicorns" Stands Out: 🌟 Inspirational Stories: James Pringle and Hector Mason bring you candid conversations with some of the brightest minds in the entrepreneurial world. Guests have included industry titans as well as prominent venture capitalists and companies like Sequoia Capital, Left Lane Capital, Hoxton Ventures, and more. Their stories, experiences, and insights are a goldmine of inspiration. 🧠 In-Depth Insights: This podcast delves deep into the strategies, successes, and even the setbacks of these icons, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the minds of the best in the business. 🎯 Actionable Tips: What sets "Riding Unicorns" apart is its focus on practical takeaways from these extraordinary individuals. The episodes are filled with actionable tips and advice you can implement in your own entrepreneurial journey. If you're seeking a dose of entrepreneurial wisdom, a spark of innovation, or a wellspring of motivation, I highly recommend you check out "Riding Unicorns" with James Pringle and Hector Mason. It's a must-listen for anyone riding the startup wave. 🌊✨ #Entrepreneurship #Podcasts #RidingUnicorns #SuccessStories #StartupJourney #Inspiration #IndustryTitans #VentureCapitalists #Startups #Spotify #Siliconvalley All episodes are available here on Spotify - you can subscribe if you haven't already: https://lnkd.in/gtZVe2Fw Stay tuned for more recommendations and insights to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit! 🔥🚀

Planning to venture into early-stage startup investing? Alexa Binns has tips and insights that may be useful as you embark on your investing journey. In episode 140 of The Sure Shot Entrepreneur Podcast, Alexa offers insightful advice for emerging VCs. Discover the 3S's: sourcing, selecting, and supporting founders, crucial for investment success. She also emphasizes the importance of qualitative skills in the unpredictable pre-seed and seed stages. Don't miss out on valuable tips for spotting potential and nurturing growth. Tune in now through the link in the comments below! 🔊 Yuri Sagalov Wayfinder Ventures Jesse Draper Marty Kaplan USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center Swimming with Allocators Earnest Sweat Gopi Rangan #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #Startups

I sat down with Esther Romanoff on my podcast Prodcircle this week for an enlightening discussion on fundraising and venture capital. I had a privilege of hosting her co founder Jeremy Barr on the pod too. Amazing duo. Drawing from her extensive finance background in trading, accounting, dealmaking, and running her own VC firm, Esther provided fantastic insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup employees. We covered a wide array of topics highly relevant to early stage founders, including: - Equity dynamics between co-founders and early employees - Common pitch deck mistakes and red flags - The evolution of funding stages and how VCs differentiate rounds - What makes a good advisor vs just a fancy name - Key metrics and milestones startups should focus on - Evaluating product-market fit - Reasons companies fail to scale With open and honest perspectives, Esther shared knowledge that would take founders years to learn through first-hand experience. This conversation contains a wealth of practical learnings on building a startup, crafting a compelling story, identifying product-market fit, and executing successful fundraising. I highly recommend all founders, startup employees, and venture capital interested folks listen to this episode to shortcut your journey. You can find the full discussion the comments.

Watch the podcast: 👇 The Secret to Raising Pre-Seed Money: Empowering Driven Entrepreneurs and Navigating the Complex Startup Landscape #SCORE #Mentors #Startups https://lnkd.in/ebCm_Vpa