We’re catching up with Peter Harding, who’s had quite the journey, from growing up in San Francisco to becoming a key player in the energy world. He shares how historic events like the Persian Gulf War sparked his interest in energy independence, and how he made the leap from venture capital to building his own startups. We chat about how the VC game has changed over the years, the art (and luck) of finding product-market fit, and the rollercoaster of raising capital. With plenty of personal stories, Peter reflects on what it’s like to juggle the roles of investor and founder and offers advice for anyone with an entrepreneurial itch.
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00:00 - Peter's Journey into Energy
03:52 - Peter's Professional Background
07:28 - Evolution of Venture Capital
13:14 - Founder Advice: VC and Product-Market Fit
18:18 - Overcoming Obstacles to Success
19:20 - Discovering Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
23:30 - The Role of Self-Awareness and Discipline
26:13 - Hard Work and Resilience
30:15 - Coping with Dark Times
33:54 - Choosing Happiness
36:20 - Effective Energy Management
40:44 - Importance of Relationships
43:45 - Founding Ambyint
46:08 - Transitioning to Software Solutions
48:48 - Overview of Ambyint’s Software Platform
50:34 - Empowering Engineers with Technology
53:37 - Understanding Tachyus
58:01 - Challenges Facing Tachyus
1:00:54 - M&A Trends in the Industry
1:01:12 - Technology Opportunities Ahead
1:05:12 - Exciting Future Prospects
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