In this episode,
is joined by Colin Knight, a leading coach in the startup ecosystem, and
, co-founder of
, 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
