Ego Management and Team Dynamics in Venture Capital

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm is joined by Colin Knight, a leading coach in the startup ecosystem, and Mike Reiner, co-founder of 432 Legacy, to dive deep into the emotional and relational dynamics that power — and often derail — the venture journey.

This conversation is part of the Venture Beyond initiative: a space to reflect on the human side of venture, supporting founders and investors in building intentional teams, resilient cultures, and sustainable energy for the long game.

Here’s what’s covered:

• 02:15 – What is Venture Beyond? (feat. 432 Legacy & Stride VC)
• 05:00 – “Peeling the Onion”: Relationships → Team → Role → Self
• 10:30 – Power dynamics and pitching: resetting the foundation
• 22:00 – The myth of pleasing and the power of check-ins
• 29:00 – Why VC firms struggle as teams
• 38:00 – Role transitions: letting go of identity and control
• 44:00 – The “Colin Column”: Why am I doing this?
• 47:00 – The Self: Paying the price of transformation
• 49:00 – Outcome addiction vs. joy in the journey
• 55:00 – Energy is everything: what drains you, what fuels you
• 57:30 – Finding your inner peace in a mad world