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Burford Capital manages over $3 billion in assets—but the key to investor confidence, according to CEO Christopher Bogart, is simplification. Litigation finance might sound complex, but as he puts it, it’s no different than underwriting a real estate deal. #litigationfinance #investmentstrategy #BurfordCapital #founderstory #assetmanagement #legaltech #startupleadership #shorts

When you're betting on the next big thing, how do you know when to trust your gut—and when to listen to the room? David Weisburd says it's not about guessing the market. It's about finding founders with deep conviction, high IQ, and the courage to think from first principles. #InnovationAndLeadership…

David Weisburd shares one powerful principle: stop fixing your weaknesses and double down on what you're already great at. If you’re in the 99.1 percentile at something, your job is to focus until you reach 99.9. That’s how world-class happens—through obsession, not balance. #InnovationAndLeadership #DavidWeisburd #JessLarsen #FirstPrinciples #ComparativeEnergy #PeakPerformance #ZoneOfGenius…

Podcasting isn’t just content. It’s leverage. David Weisburd breaks down how hosting a podcast gives you the rare ability to offer value—even to billionaires. It builds deep relationships, keeps your network warm without constant outreach, and lets you ask high-stakes questions in real time. #InnovationAndLeadership #DavidWeisburd #JessLarsen #PodcastPower #VentureCapital #LongGame…

Dropped from 3rd to 11th in one mistake — then back to 2nd in under ten seconds. What does it take to recover that fast? Giles Scott, SailGP driver and double Olympic gold medalist, says it’s not about perfection — it’s about what you do next. #GilesScott #SailGP #OlympicMindset #Resilience…

How does a double Olympic gold medalist prepare for a race? Giles Scott dives into the weird and powerful rituals that keep him sharp — from a rope bracelet worn for 16 years to visualization habits built for chaos. In SailGP, every decision happens in two seconds or less. Resetting…

Being a SailGP "driver" isn’t just steering — it’s high-speed decision-making on razor-thin margins. Olympic gold medalist Giles Scott compares it to piloting a race car or fighter jet: no pedals, no brakes, but full control. One wrong move? You're off the edge. #SailGP #GilesScott #JessLarsen #Leadership #Innovation #ElitePerformance #Teamwork…

“What should young athletes focus on?” Giles Scott — Olympic sailing champion and SailGP driver — has a surprising answer: joy. Before the medals and the fame, it was just about loving the water. Giles didn’t even race for his first few years — he was too busy enjoying the…

When asked what makes her different, Eléonore Crespo—Co-Founder of Pigment—doesn’t point to titles or milestones. Instead, she rejects the idea that success is a destination. For her, real success lies in the micro-wins: a customer fully realizing the value of the product, a team executing with precision, a bold vision…

Eléonore Crespo, Co-Founder of Pigment, doesn’t lead with the label “female founder”—she leads with impact. But she’s clear-eyed about the challenges: we still lack women and diversity across the tech and startup ecosystem, and that absence affects everything from AI bias to poor decision-making at the board level. The opportunity?…

When you’re building something no one’s ever built before—like Pigment—you’re not just following a playbook, you're inventing the sport as you go. Eléonore Crespo, Co-Founder of Pigment, compares it to competing in the X Games: years of disciplined training, followed by the courage to attempt a move no one's ever…

Eléonore Crespo, Co-Founder of Pigment, shares how her childhood in a small mountain town in France gave her the mindset to build globally. From an early age, she knew she'd need to leave her comfort zone, master new skills, and embrace international ambition to succeed. The mountains taught her something…

For Ajay Nwosu, courage is the foundational virtue that drives success. He believes it takes true "testicular fortitude" to act on your vision, especially in today’s world where cause and effect play a massive role. Courage isn’t just about being bold—it’s about trusting your instincts and pushing forward, even when…

Ajay Nwosu believes that generosity isn’t just a virtue; it's a powerful competitive advantage. He’s built his life on living from a place of abundance, offering introductions and building communities without expecting anything in return. This mindset has opened doors to extraordinary relationships and growth, both for himself and those…

Ajay Nwosu’s mission is all about helping others break free from their limiting beliefs and realize their true potential. He believes that knowledge should be actively tested and applied, not just collected. In his own journey, he’s focused on pushing others "off the cliff" of life to help them soar.…

Scaling a $100 million company or fund requires a mindset shift—Ajay Nwosu knows this firsthand. The biggest difference at the $100 million level is the ability to move fast, build as you go, and learn from failures. He believes that over-strategizing can hinder progress, and action is what leads to…

Ajay Nwosu’s journey from pro soccer player to CEO of TEQBALL is an inspiring story of entrepreneurship and innovation. Growing up in multiple countries, Ajay’s early experiences led him to soccer, where he played professionally in England and the U.S. After transitioning out of sports, he found his true calling…

What if prosperity wasn’t a prerequisite for purpose? In this clip from Innovation & Leadership, Alex Bean—Managing Partner at Tandem Venture Partners—shares an essential message from his book, “Factory For Good, the frameworks for legacy and purpose aren’t reserved for the wealthy. While originally written for founders navigating life after…

Alex Bean opens up about the unexpected void he faced after retiring in his 30s, realizing that providing for his family had filled the role of purpose for years. But when the structure of the workday disappeared, so did the clarity of identity. #InnovationAndLeadership #AlexBean #JessLarsen #CharlieGarcia #FortunateFishes #TandemVenturePartners #PurposeAfterSuccess…

Alex Bean—Managing Partner at Tandem Venture Partners—joins Jess Larsen and Charlie Garcia to explain his vision of the “Factory for Good.” Instead of money being the only output, Alex proposes a retooled life where time, capital, and intention become inputs to create lasting impact—on your community, your legacy, and generations…

Founders spend years chasing success, but no one prepares them for what comes next. On this episode of Innovation & Leadership, Alex Bean—Managing Partner at Tandem Venture Partners—joins Jess Larsen and Charlie Garcia to explore the silent struggles that emerge after financial freedom. From taboo conversations around wealth to the…

Frank Rodriguez knew that traditional bonus systems often create silos and internal competition. So he took a different route—one inspired by the NBA’s revenue-sharing model. Instead of individualized incentives, he implemented a team-wide bonus structure, where every employee’s reward was tied to the company’s realized gross profit and openly shared…

Frank Rodriguez knew that traditional bonus systems often create silos and internal competition. So he took a different route—one inspired by the NBA’s revenue-sharing model. Instead of individualized incentives, he implemented a team-wide bonus structure, where every employee’s reward was tied to the company’s realized gross profit and openly shared…

Before the digital age, starting a business meant navigating outdated, paper-based processes. Frank Rodriguez, Chairman of the Miramar Group, reflects on the inefficiencies of corporate filings in the late 80s and early 90s—where forming a company required physical documents, overnight couriers, and third-party intermediaries. His discovery of an obscure law…