Coburn Ventures Podcast

Today we're introducing a new insight that will flush out with a few guests over the next few weeks. To warm us up, I'm simply going to introduce it in the form of a question: If given the knowledge of what efficiency means and how it plays out in idea generation and the work of investors and leaders, would we ever strive to be anti-efficient? To be "anti" one of the attributes that we believe is crucial to getting things done? C'mon now! What on earth are we talking about? Well, let's jump in!

Today we're talking about collaboration -- one of those at times tricky concepts that I think we all want to do well, yet if asked, probably could not define what it is, why we want to do it, and how we believe it's best to go about it.It's one of the most misunderstood words that we face in conversations with investors, but it's also one of the most underestimated tools. So, it creates a lot of confusion, especially among teams. We start this conversation by jumping into the confusing and misunderstanding part (just to get our grounding!) and by the end of the conversation, we'll offer some concrete tactics to increase the odds we "do" collaboration a little bit better. Let's jump in.

When it comes to goal setting, it's easy to create a structure or plan ... that is unfortunately going to fall by the wayside. Today, we map over Dr. Morris Pickens framework specifically for investors aiming to significantly increase the chances that the goals we're all working toward-- these extremely valid important goals that make a difference to our clients-- get to fruition. Let's jump in.

When it comes to navigating rogue waves, it sure does help to have some grounding in macro. We are fortunate today that Mike Cahill agreed to come on and talk about the top four macro topics that he has been circling as we begin 2025. Let's jump in.

Last week, we discussed the benefit of acknowledging whether we're in a kind learning environment or a wicked learning environment. For both parenting and investing, today we bring in our guest, behavioral scientist Matt Walleart, to further flesh out application of this model. Let's jump in.

Today's conversation is another attempt to further increase the awareness around what we do as investors and, more importantly, what we can do to continually refine our craft. So today we introduce a model given to us by a friend.... and don't be surprised, we'll apply it to both investing and relationships and parenting. Let's jump in.

We love to say that as leaders and investors we look to identify massive innovations, and then invest accordingly... but where does that type of advancement come from? What can we do to identify it better or earlier on? One very key source? It comes from entrepreneurs and leaders who solve a paradox. Today we will discuss the mandorla, a visual framework for this exact situation of solving a paradox-- the ability to harness the tension between seemingly conflicting ideas to drive innovation and growth. Let's jump in.

Pull out a notepad and pen, this is an action-oriented conversation just in time for year end. Please enjoy our conversation with Dr. Morris Pickens on his framework for setting goals and achieving results.

Dive into the fascinating world of question-asking and its impact on management assessments. Discover how unique inquiries can unveil intrinsic motivations and break the mold of traditional presentations. Learn the art of preparation for management meetings and the importance of genuine curiosity. Explore how strategic, long-term questions can enhance organizational effectiveness and shift focus from ego to collaboration. Uncover the potential of thoughtful questioning to generate insightful discussions and informed investment decisions.

Delve into the concept of 'clean time' and its vital role in modern investment strategies. The discussion highlights how smartphones distract our focus and disrupt attention spans. Listeners are encouraged to cultivate intentional relationships with technology. The podcast underscores the value of unplugging for meaningful real-life connections. It offers practical tips for breaking free from mindless screen time, promoting personal growth and curiosity in a noisy world. Embrace counter-cultural practices for a more fulfilling investment approach.