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Todays show:
Jason speaks to Brian Singerman of Founders Fund about tips for emerging venture capitalists (6:40), a missed opportunity by an overconfident LP (15:49), self-awareness, strategy, the state of venture capital (40:47), and more!
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Timestamps:
(0:00) Jason speaks to Brian Singerman of Founders Fund.
(2:31) “Adapt or die!” and the unique approach and strategy at Founders Fund.
(6:40) Brian&#39;s tips for emerging venture capitalists on making investments.
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(11:24) Brian reflects on his career&#39;s trials and triumphs
(15:49) Brian shares an anecdote about a gloating LP who passed on one of the greatest venture funds in history.
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(23:04) Brian’s approach for securing a deal with founders.
(28:03) The sharp mind of Sean Parker.
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(32:37) The character of founders who change the world and how to work with them.
(37:30) Regulation and the anti-competitive landscape of large companies in the US.
(40:47) Self-awareness, strategy and the state of venture capital.
(44:00) Keith Rabois&#39;s transition from Founders Fund back to Khosla Ventures.
(47:27) Reflecting on Ikigai and finding joy and value in one&#39;s passion.
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Links:
Check out Founders Fund: https://foundersfund.com/
Check out past TWiST episode #748 with Brian: https://youtu.be/O8emgaUsOZY?feature=shared
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-singerman-9333b52/
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Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jason⁠
LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis
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Founders Fund's Brian Singerman on building a legendary VC firm, “Adapt or Die” and "Ikigai" | E1896

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