PinnedFounders, VCs Might Not Like My Sharing This, But They ShouldOne of the more challenging skills to help develop in a founder, is being able to discern b.s. from experienced and valid advice. As you…Sep 21, 20232Sep 21, 20232
PinnedIt’s never as easy as it looks.I lost $50,000, more or less, on a business started in my 20s. Hurt a lot. I’m now 4d-*ahem* and finding peace with success. Lessons…Jan 4, 20231Jan 4, 20231
Why Doesn’t Europe Have a Silicon ValleyEurope is home to some of the world’s most brilliant minds, world-class universities, and a rich history of scientific and technological…Feb 7Feb 7
People have pointed out that we stopped saying Mainstream Media (MSM) and are now saying Legacy…“Mainstream Media” referred to major newspapers, TV networks, and radio stations that dominated public discourse. These institutions were…Feb 7Feb 7
Time for Congress to Reform the SEC’s Outdated Accredited Investor DefinitionPublic policy isn’t just a framework for startups and investors, it’s a gatekeeper deciding who gets to play the game. And few policies are…Feb 6Feb 6
The Government is Being Run Like a Startup — And Maybe it Should BeFor decades, we’ve spent an obscene amount of time arguing about whether the U.S. Constitution is a living document or set in stone…Feb 11Feb 11
What the Best Angel Investors Do Differently in Startup InvestingThe rush to become an angel investor mirrors the increase in the appeal of the “celebrity entrepreneur” we’ve seen over the last couple of…Jan 28Jan 28
Set Up Your AI Board of AdvisorsAmong the incubators in which I’m involved, and in conversations with founders, it’s evident that most need startup experienced advisors…Jan 27Jan 27
Trump’s First Few Days for IndependentsIn the world of entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems, where disruption, innovation, and venture capital reign supreme, keeping an eye on…Jan 24Jan 24
It’s All About Execution is WrongFor decades, we’ve told founders that “execution is everything.” Entire conferences, books, and TED Talks have been built around this…Jan 22Jan 22