Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Sahil Bloom – Creativity, Investing, and Engineered Serendipity (Capital Allocators, EP.249)
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May 9, 2022 
Sahil Bloom, a former investment banker turned creator, discusses his unique journey from private equity to launching a seed stage venture fund. He shares insightful frameworks for investing, including the importance of mentorship and setting intermediary goals. Sahil dives into the concept of engineered luck, encouraging listeners to actively create more opportunities. His thoughts on redefining mentorship in the digital age and navigating life’s paradoxes offer a fresh perspective. This dynamic conversation is packed with actionable advice for aspiring investors and creators.
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Practical Experience over Book Smarts
- Practical experience trumps book knowledge in investing, especially in private equity.
- Building strong relationships and trust is crucial for success, more so than pure analysis.
COVID Reflection
- COVID-19 gave Sahil time to reflect, leading him to rediscover his creative side.
- He prioritized family, moving closer to his parents for his child's upbringing.
Filling the Content Gap
- Sahil noticed an underserved market for clear, accessible financial education online.
- Leveraging his understanding and storytelling skills, he began creating content on Twitter.
