The discussion kicks off with the vital phrase 'How can I be helpful?' and its impact on venture capital dynamics. Listeners learn about navigating the competitive landscape of investor-founder relationships and the importance of authenticity in support. Emotional stability is spotlighted, particularly in tough times, showing how calm can guide better decisions. The value of clear communication is emphasized in cultivating partnerships. Lastly, the transformative power of dinner conversations for networking and discovery is explored, proving true connections can blossom over a meal.
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The 5% Advantage
Hammad Aslam shared that 95% of investors don't respond to founder updates.
Simply acknowledging updates puts you ahead.
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Setting Expectations
Set clear expectations and OKRs with investors from the start to align incentives.
Avoid thinking you know the business better than the founder.
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Founder-Friendly Shift
Grant Gregory recounts how venture capital used to be hostile to founders, often replacing them.
Firms like Founders Fund and Andreessen Horowitz shifted this dynamic by prioritizing founder-friendliness.
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The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect
Will Guidara
In 'Unreasonable Hospitality,' Will Guidara shares his experiences as the General Manager of Eleven Madison Park and The NoMad, highlighting the importance of hospitality in any business. The book emphasizes that simply offering a great product is not enough; organizations must also focus on creating authentic connections and memorable experiences for both customers and employees. Guidara provides practical advice on setting expectations, managing teams, and adapting to unexpected situations, all while maintaining a commitment to hospitality that goes beyond mere service. His approach is applicable across various industries, not just limited to restaurants and luxury businesses.
Episode 3: The iconic line.
Everyone’s heard it. We’ve joked about it. Today we’re talking about it. Grant and Hammad cover everything from how multistage firms support portcos to founder dinners. Grant tells us his gold standard for helping founders, and then closes us out with some comments on his time working with Hammad and Susa.
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Exploring what makes great companies and technologies work. Brought to you by Grant Gregory & Hammad Aslam. Grant is an investor at Cantos where he focuses on physical world technologies. Hammad is a Partner at Kivu Ventures, Susa’s growth fund. Learn more about the hosts:
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