How do startups manage to make the most out of limited resources?

In this episode, join Rahul and Jeremy Au, a venture capitalist at Monk's Hill Ventures, as they look at the heart of startup success: capital efficiency.

In a deep dive, they unravel the strategies behind successful founders. From rallying resources to tackling the complex dynamics between startups and investors, this episode uncovers the secrets to sustainable growth in the competitive startup ecosystem. Tune in now!

IN THIS EPISODE

(00:00) Introduction

(03:42) Why is capital efficiency important for startups?

(08:15) What’s the responsibility of startups to investors?

(14:56) How to navigate bear and bull markets?

(19:52) How to overcome the stigma of failure?

(22:19) Childhood dreams: Reflecting on passion and purpose

(24:30) Equity and expenses: The founder's triangle

(28:38) Looking at strategic spending after fundraising

(35:53) The criticality of trust between founders and the board

(46:27) The three phases of startups: Jungle, dirt road, and highway

(50:01) What’s the right approach to allocating capital?

(52:23) Crossing the river together: Responsibility and learning

Jeremy Au | Angel Investor

Jeremy is an angel investor who invests in fellow founders who will transform millions of lives. Jeremy is also the host of the BRAVE podcast, interviewing trailblazing founders, investors and rising stars in Southeast Asia tech. His mission is to inspire thousands to build the future, learn from our past and stay human in between. He is an angel investor in multiple startups across the USA and Southeast Asia.

Rahul Thayyalamkandy | Host of Understanding VC

Understanding VC is a podcast that provides founders with the knowledge and resources they need to understand venture capital. My goal is to create the best and most comprehensive resource on venture capital on the internet, so that founders can make informed decisions about their businesses and secure the funding they need to succeed.

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