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E1067: Garry Tan, Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Initialized Capital, on dealing with downstream investors as a Seed-stage firm, software companies acting as governments, possibility of building IPO-level companies while fully-distributed & much more!

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Navigating Challenges: Childcare and Startups During the Pandemic

This chapter delves into the dual challenges of managing childcare and supporting startups during the prolonged homeschooling period sparked by the pandemic. The speaker shares personal anecdotes, like a child's virtual birthday celebration, while discussing the broader economic impacts on businesses, especially in vulnerable sectors like travel. The chapter emphasizes the urgency for seed-stage companies to secure financial stability amidst changing venture capital dynamics and highlights the need for investor support to navigate uncertainties.

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