The Future of Startup Funding

The Future of Startup Funding.

Paul Graham makes some interesting points about the trends that are starting to emerge in the investing space.  I will be the first to admit that my experience with investors and investment rounds is pretty limited and largely theoretical; I’ve seen the process from afar.

Since joining ProFounder and getting a much broader view of the fundraising landscape I tend to agree with the points in the article.  Moreover, I’m excited that we are addressing a number of the points made specifically around speed and traction.  ProFounder puts the raise on a timeline with clear milestones along the way.  There also isn’t a notion of a “lead investor”.  The investors are recruited by the business owner explicitly which puts the most motivated person in control of the investor flow.

Rethinking “F@#$ You Money” – Tony Wright dot com

Rethinking “F@#$ You Money” – Tony Wright dot com.

This is a very interesting take on what retirement is starting to look like for a lot of people.  I have thought for a while that retirement wasn’t really a goal that I felt like I was moving towards, but that doesn’t mean I don’t want to reach a point of financial security where money isn’t a concern.  It just means that i don’t want to stop doing the things that I love to do.  I’ve been lucky enough to find joy in my work and moreover find an entire category of employment that makes me happy to be a part of.

What’s interesting about this post is a look towards making that which you love sustain you (financially) for longer than just your job’s paycheck might.  Tony has a similar direction of thought as you see coming from Gary V in his book Crush It, which I highly recommend.  I can’t think of a better way to make a living than to share the things that I love to do with a broader audience.