
Managing Tech Millions
Real conversations with tech pros, private equity insiders, and investing experts to help you turn equity comp into generational wealth—and guide your transformation from money maker to money manager. managingtechmillions.com
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May 5, 2023 • 39min
003: Leveraging IPOs as a Personal Wealth Strategy
Episode 03: Leveraging IPOs as a Personal Wealth StrategyReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at http://www.managingtechmillions.com/!Having been in the Silicon Valley space as a tech executive for 20+ years, Bryan Wise has been instrumental in getting his last three companies (DocuSign, Snowflake, and GitLab) to go public with amazing IPOs. It wasn’t a random chance, but it was more intentional, systematic, and strategic. Bryan is currently the CIO of 6Sense, an account engagement platform that provides buyer journey insights to B2B organizations. In this episode, Christopher and Bryan dive into his IPO experience along with some insights into how he carved his path to success. In this episode, you will hear:Being intentional about your career pathThe value of mentors vs. your peer groupHow to choose the right companies to get an equity stake inAsking about company performance and financialsLooking into the company’s experience vs. passion/innovationSubscribe and ReviewHave you subscribed to our podcast? We’d love for you to subscribe if you haven’t yet. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:https://6sense.com/ ManagingTechMillions.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit managingtechmillions.com

May 5, 2023 • 26min
002: From Tech Novice to Financially Independent: Lessons Learned
Episode 02: From Tech Novice to Financially Independent: Lessons LearnedReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at http://www.managingtechmillions.com/!In tech, we all have the opportunity to grow our careers, build wealth, and reach our financial goals. And if your goal is to be financially independent, there are some things you need to practice and master so you can let your money work for you, and not the other way around.In this episode, Christopher shares his origin story of how he went from tech noob to financially independent – and how you can too!It’s important to be able to have these conversations around career and money because in tech, we’re here to work for equity. And so, you want to position yourself for the right roles and the right companies. But unless you change your mindset around managing your money, the chances of a successful career in tech is almost impossible.In this episode, you will hear:Taking a calculated risk of learning a new technology earlyLeveraging the power of compoundingThinking like an investor when trading your time and talent for tech equityBuilding a strong peer network and support teamHow to execute your vision and make equity work for youMaking the hardest decision when you think it’s not the right fitTaking a sabbatical in techSubscribe and ReviewHave you subscribed to our podcast? We’d love for you to subscribe if you haven’t yet. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:ManagingTechMillions.comEpisode CreditsIf you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit managingtechmillions.com

Mar 27, 2023 • 13min
001: Maximizing Tech Careers: Avoiding Burnout and Financial Mistakes
Episode 01: Maximizing Tech Careers: Avoiding Burnout and Financial MistakesReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at http://www.managingtechmillions.com/!A tech career is not as easy as other people think. You must manage your career and the money that comes with it to get the life you want. And whether you’re at the beginning, the middle, or the end of your tech career, you have many questions and can’t find the answers. That’s what this podcast is here for, and more!In this episode, Christopher Nelson discusses the value this podcast will deliver you. If you want clarity on navigating this confusing world of tech careers and money and want to reach your financial goals, this podcast is for you. Take this opportunity to look behind the curtain and see what the ultra-high net worth individuals are doing differently to get a different result.Managing your money is the key to owning your time. If 1,000 technology employees become financially independent, we would solve some of the world's most complex problems. We want you to be part of this movement!In this episode, you will hear:Key and common questions that need to be answeredManaging your money is key to achieving financial freedomThe podcast’s missionThe value we’re going to deliverWhy listen to this podcastSubscribe and ReviewHave you subscribed to our podcast? We’d love for you to subscribe if you haven’t yet. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:ManagingTechMillions.comEpisode CreditsIf you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit managingtechmillions.com

Feb 21, 2022 • 4min
Welcome to Managing Tech Millions!
What if you could hang out with experienced tech industry executives, ask them about career growth, equity compensation, investing, financial strategies, and more; then take an insight or two to guide your own career and lifestyle? That’s what we do each week on Managing Tech Millions!. Hosted by Christopher Nelson –– author, tech exec, and Principal and Co-Founder of Wealthward Capital –– every episode is an in-depth look at how to navigate tech careers in hyper-growth companies, select the right companies to work for, earn equity, and build a passive income portfolio. The goal is to give you the information you need to grow your career, build wealth, and make an impact! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit managingtechmillions.com