Seeking Solutions

I'm a former VC at Bessemer Venture Partners turned founder. I'm currently bootstrapping my own company and am writing about the stories and practical examples from others building efficient businesses with little or no venture capital.

The hottest Substack posts of Seeking Solutions

And their main takeaways

Self love

98 implied HN points • 16 Nov 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Self-love

Being your own biggest fan is underrated.
Take a moment to appreciate your accomplishments and qualities.
Practice self-love by acknowledging your greatness.

The upside of bootstrapping

39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24

💼 Business Entrepreneurship Startups Small business Innovation

Bootstrapping a business can create a strong connection between the company and its customers.
Having a bootstrapping mentality means doing more with less and being unapologetic about the product being built.
Starting a company is hard, but it's easier when you're proud of the product you're creating.

Letter to my 2023 self

19 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24

💼 Business Creativity Marketing Entrepreneurship Customer Feedback Product Development

Embrace offline time and creative processes away from screens and algorithms.
Engage with services that celebrate individuality over commoditization.
Work on things you strongly believe in, be your own harshest critic.

Trust

39 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23

💼 Business Entrepreneurship Marketing Finance Community Subscription

In a world flooded with information, it's best to trust friends, family, and people in 'sell free' zones because they are more dependable.
Being skeptical of information is crucial to discern true value; focusing on close connections and unbiased professionals helps maintain trust.
Expanding friendships and cultivating communities based on genuine connections can create 'sell free zones' where trust can thrive.

Seeking Simplicity

58 implied HN points • 02 Mar 23

💼 Business Entrepreneurship Personal Finance Startup Growth Lifestyle changes Simplicity

Simplicity in life leads to richness and fulfillment.
Cutting down on expenses and unnecessary items can lead to financial and personal growth.
Alone time can offer opportunities for self-discovery and forming meaningful connections in the community.

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La Dolce Vita

39 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23

🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Dining Ingredients Beauty Weather

Appreciation for basic ingredients is a key to a good life in Italy
Italy has figured out the importance of portion sizes for food and alcohol
Italians value and express love for beauty in everyday objects

Quitting

39 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23

💼 Business Career Startups Finance Investing Entrepreneurship

Consider the revenue multiple when evaluating a startup's valuation.
Realistically project if the company can grow enough for you to make a return.
Evaluate the company's spending efficiency and runway to decide if it's time to quit.