Send Deck First, Talk Naturally, Make Investors Excited
My favorite: 5. Don't pitch. Send the deck before. Have a real conversation. Your only goal: can this investor repeat what you do in a way that's exciting at drinks afterwards?
100 Years Experience Signals Aging Founders, Limited Future
When you see a slide that says the team has “100 years of experience,” it’s a signal that the founders don’t have much time left.
Startup Success Hinges on Enduring Emotional and Financial Pain
90% of your odds of success in a startup come down to how much emotional and financial pain you can endure.
Choose Your Circle Wisely: Mediocre Networks Breed Mediocrity
Mediocore people will refer you to other mediocre people. Be very careful who you invest your time with.
Launching Standing Airlines: $100M Funded Low-Cost Travel
In the wake of the Spirit Airlines news, I’m excited to announce the launch of my new low-cost travel alternative: Standing Airlines. Raising $100m on $100m post ✈️ https://t.co/HgF36BnkDs
Commit a Decade, Or Don't Launch a Startup
If you’re not willing to dedicate at least 10 years of your life to your startup, don’t start.
Pay $230k to Meet Unvetted Foreign Investors, Hidden Fees
For the low cost of $230k, you could meet foreign investors (that you’ll have no way of vetting) in Miami. Not pictured but written: “Please note that the above package is combined with a success fee agreement.” 😳 https://t.co/sYrhpmEPZI
Founders Prove Commitment by Risking Personal Finances
You’re not a real founder until you open a credit card for a cash advance, take out a 2nd (or 3rd) mortgage, or pull money out of your IRA.
Need a Ghostwriter? I Can Refer One
Planning to write a book? 🤔 I have an absolutely incredible ghostwriter working with me on my book 👻 If you’re looking for a referral, DM me!
One Yes Makes Thousands of Rejections Worthwhile
As a founder, one big “yes” is all it takes to make thousands of rejections worthwhile.
Real Founders Face Instant Rejection After Cross‑country Investor Trips
You’re not a real founder until you travel cross country for an investor meeting only to be told no almost immediately.
Become a Wavemaker, Not Just a Wave Rider
Most founders know how to swim to where the wave is. But have you ever considered being the wavemaker?
Stalker's Emergency Writ Denied; Case Proceeds Soon
My stalker’s emergency writ, an attempt to delay her case, was just denied by the California Court of Appeal. Her moment of truth is near.
LinkedIn Reportedly Eyeing Acquisition of All-In Podcast
LinkedIn rumored to be bidding to acquire The All-In Podcast, with plans to rebrand it as The Linked-In Podcast.
Our FINRA Portal Enables 7% Success Fees for Reg CF
We own and operate a FINRA Funding Portal, which can legally charge success fees in Reg Cf raises (i.e. 7% of a $5m raise). This Funding Portal is a key element in helping us bring interactive investing shows mainstream.