I continue to get queries from people on “How to Get a VC Job.” I always tell them that it’s tough to enter the business, given that the industry is consolidating. Most folks continue to want to try, and I understand that. But, here’s a picture that I think does say a thousand words. We’ve
The N.E. Patriots, Innovation, and ‘Rise and Grind’
I often chuckle when I read articles about “successful” entrepreneurs and their multi-billion-dollar exits. It seems so easy in these news pieces: a good idea, superior execution, and everything falls into place. Geniuses snap their fingers. Fortunes follow. The reality, in my experience, is different. There can many heartbreaks, pivots, layoffs, and divorces. There are usually
New ‘Coffee Connect with a VC’ Leaders
I’ve met many entrepreneurs. Two who impress everybody are Sravish Sridhar and Rob May. Given that, the New England VC Asssociation has asked them to lead the “Coffee Connect with a VC” series. As I’ve written previously, I think there’s a huge need for entrepreneurs and VCs to get together for regular, open/inclusive, and meaningful
Aligning Incentives and the Red Sox
I read Terry Francona’s new book. He is the ex-Red Sox Manager, who took the team to two World Series titles and, at long last, “reversed the curse.” If you like baseball, it is a fun insider’s view into how a professional sports team is run. If you like following companies, it’s also an example
Entrepreneurs’ Boot Camp at Babson
I spoke tonight at the Babson Entrepreneurs’ Boot Camp, which my friend Angelo Santinelli runs. Frankly, it wasn’t ideal timing. Nearly all of my kids are down with a bad bug, and I had woken up today at 2.30 am to the sounds of many children coughing. I’m also still recovering from shingles. But, I
Thriving in a Relationship with an Entrepreneur
Brad Feld and his wife, Amy Batchelor, have written a book on thriving in a long-term relationship with an entrepreneur. I just read it in one sitting. It is that good. Entrepreneurs are most definitely interesting people, driven by some usually deep needs for achievement and/or independence. So, being married to one does pose challenges. I think