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Angel Investing School: Talent is everywhere, opportunity isn’t
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Do you dream of being an angel investor but don't know where to begin?
Learn from the co-founder of The Angel Investing School, Andy Ayim , about how he is democratising the world of angel investing and why being a non-conformist can lead to great leaps in learning.
Find out how Andy's backpacking trip at 21 sparked personal and professional growth and led him on the path to entrepreneurship and angel investing.
Key Takeaways
- Find out what keeps Andy moving forward with confidence, and how someone becomes a trusted advisor to new businesses.
- We explore toxic company cultures, the importance of being true to oneself, and the democratisation of angel investing.
- Lack of diversity in angel and VC funding and the need for equal access to opportunity for all
- The importance of serving customers rather than investors, especially in challenging climates, reminding founders to focus on their intrinsic motivations
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Chapters
1. Introduction and Background of Andy Ayim, Founder of Angel Investing School (00:00:00)
2. Insights into Angel Investing School and Andy Ayim's Entrepreneurial Journey (00:01:20)
3. Injustices in Venture Capitalism and the Birth of Angel Investing School (00:10:44)
4. Understanding Angel Investing and Venture Capital (00:17:35)
5. Sponsor: Nova Blue (00:21:31)
6. The Power of Networks and Community in Business (00:22:29)
7. Lessons from Failures and the Importance of Values Alignment (00:28:40)
8. The Art of Selling and Building Relationships in Business (00:33:26)
9. Future of Angel Investing School and Impact of Diversity in Entrepreneurship (00:41:24)
10. Connecting with Andy Ayim and His Key Advice for Founders (00:44:46)
11. Recap and Preview of the Next Episode (00:49:30)
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