Thought Leadership Threads
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkie#VCs and #startups are dealing with the reality that today’s environment is brutal compared to what it’s been like over the past few years.
The reason for the abrupt shift is that Darwin went on vacation for a few years but has finally returned.
This changes EVERYTHING! 🧵👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieFounders know that building a successful #startup hinges on being able to adapt quickly.
A master plan can focus and guide a team, but when it stops working it’s important to quickly improvise a “Plan B”.
And do you know who does this extraordinarily well? Jazz musicians. 🧵👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieCapital is less available than it’s been in recent years. So Investors are advising companies to make changes that reflect this new reality.
How should Founders deal with divergent opinions? How should Founders make decisions when there's disagreement? 🧵👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieSometimes the simplest pieces of advice are the ones that have the most impact.
Here are a few “single tweet nuggets” that I’ve found myself sharing recently with talented Founders and Investors: 🧵👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieIt’s difficult to build a successful startup but even more difficult if you make avoidable mistakes.
Self-inflicted wounds are usually well-intentioned actions that end poorly: Champagne that ends with a hangover.
Here are a few common errors startups should avoid: 🧵👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieBeing new to crypto means making costly mistakes.
I’m not scared to share 11 of the mistakes I’ve made along the way.
Please cry with me: 🧵👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieAfter spending 2 months in the web3 world, I’m convinced the community is tackling some of the biggest and most foundational problems of our generation.
But solving these problems isn’t simple nor is success guaranteed.
A short thread on “solving challenging problems”: 🧵 👇
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieI posted a tweet that generated a slew of DMs asking me to share specific details.
Wish granted:👇🧵
Frank Rotman
@fintechjunkieQED Investors has invested in 150+ startups over 14 years and consistently delivered outstanding results. Today, we announced a new $1B+ vehicle to continue on this journey.
In honor of this milestone, here are my 14 biggest insights from 14 years at QED: 👇🧵