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Encore: Brad Feld on What Nietzsche Can Teach Entrepreneurs

May 17, 2024
Brad Feld, VC at Foundry Group, discusses Nietzsche's relevance to entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need to pivot or persevere, viewing entrepreneurship as a long-term journey, focusing on actions over beliefs, and making decisions in group settings. He challenges the overuse of 'passion' in the startup world and highlights the importance of aligning words with actions.
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  • Entrepreneurs should view their journey as a long-term process, spanning 30-50 years, not just a single company.
  • Focus on aligning words and actions rather than the strength of beliefs for better decision-making in groups.

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The Provocative Philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche

Nietzsche's philosophy, as discussed in the podcast, centers around the influential figure of Friedrich Nietzsche, an enigmatic philosopher bridging classical and contemporary philosophy. Nietzsche's disruptive thinking in the late 19th century challenged societal norms and encouraged independent thought. His approach to writing, filled with contradictions and provocations, aimed to stimulate critical thinking rather than provide definitive answers.

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