
Founders #408 How to Make a Few MORE Billion Dollars: Brad Jacobs
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Dec 29, 2025 Brad Jacobs shares insights from his latest book, discussing his journey of building eight billion-dollar companies. He dives into effective fundraising strategies that helped him raise over $50 billion, emphasizing the strategic value of family offices. Jacobs also offers an overview of his integration playbook for successful mergers, highlighting organizational design and accountability. Additionally, he reveals techniques for maintaining mental clarity and resilience, including meditation and cognitive-behavioral strategies. A treasure trove for aspiring entrepreneurs!
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Company Building As Alchemy
- Creating shareholder value is more than money; it's bringing something extraordinary from nothing into existence.
- Brad frames company building as the ultimate feat of business alchemy that starts with a single idea.
Shift To Generative Motivation
- Rearrange your inner monologue toward a positive, generative fuel source rather than negative validation-seeking.
- Use the joy of creation itself to compound motivation and sustain long-term focus.
Party Introduction That Proved A Point
- David Senra recounts introducing Apollo Ono to Brad Jacobs at a party to illustrate Brad's positive energy.
- Apollo learned Brad started eight billion-dollar companies and was driven by positive fuel.
