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Being willing to fail and staying flexible is important. This is not the mindset of conventional financial investors. In fact, it’s far from what’s taught in finance/MBA schools. But it's the VC mindset🧠 ⏫ Early stage companies carry higher risk and thus only a few invest in them. These few can be called crazy but only until they’ve given our world the next Google or the next Apple or the next SpaceX. After that, they’re called lucky 👀 Since venturing into this domain, I’ve tried to identify the different mindsets within the broader VC mindset. Some swear by the Jockey (founder, early management team, etc) , some bet big on the Horse (product, market, etc) while a few derive a Weighted Average for both. At DECACORN, the vision is to democratise early stage, private-tech investing for non institutional (accredited) investors. If you’re a non-institutional investor ~ passionate about the game-changing power of technology, I look forward to understanding your viewpoint 👇 https://lnkd.in/g_KnMeJq P.S If the form takes >5 mins to complete, feel free to skip it ⛔ Else, let's connect 🤝

Building on my mentor's (Precious Chukundah) insightful post, I echo the sentiment that investing in technology is a wise business decision. If you're unable to personally engage in tech, consider investing in individuals with established tech expertise or in those eager to learn and grow in the field. By doing so, you'll not only foster innovation but also drive business growth and success. #tech #is #everything

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, choosing the right tools isn’t just a matter of convenience—it’s a strategic decision that can shape your business’s future. 🚀 At Rocket Jones, we believe that the tools you pick today will determine how scalable, adaptable, and competitive your business is tomorrow. It’s not about chasing the latest trends; it’s about investing in tech solutions that last. 💡 Here’s why your tech stack matters: ✔️ Scalability: The right tech grows with your business, supporting expansion without limitations. ✔️ Future-proofing: Sustainable solutions that adapt as your needs evolve ✔️ Efficiency: Streamlined tools that keep your operations running smoothly today and tomorrow. Are you setting your business up for long-term success? #TechInsights #RocketJones #ScalableSolutions #FutureReady #BusinessGrowth

This month in our 𝗘𝗗𝗚𝗘 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 with tech2impact, we’re diving into identifying and overcoming limiting beliefs—a topic that got me reflecting on my own journey and how far I’ve come. "𝗪𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻'𝘁, 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁." – 𝗛𝗲𝗻𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗱⁣ I used to think I couldn’t. That entrepreneurship and purpose-driven career were for “other people”—the ones who were smarter, braver, or somehow better equipped than me. Years ago, I chose the "safe" path. I pursued economics, landed in corporate banking, and later fintech. On paper, everything seemed fine. But deep down, I knew I wasn’t living my truth. Then came a pivotal moment: I was offered two drastically different paths. - One was a “dream job” in private equity. - The other? A leap into the unknown as an entrepreneurial partner at tech2impact. My inner dialogue was loud: “You’re not cut out for this. You’ll fail.” But another voice—quieter, but more hopeful and excited about the potential—asked, “What if you are?” Choosing the uncertain path wasn’t just about my career. It was about challenging a belief system I had carried for years. This journey taught me that limiting beliefs don’t define us—unless we let them. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸? 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘁? This is your chance to take that first step. I’d love to hear your thoughts—drop them below! 🌟

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, choosing the right tools isn’t just a matter of convenience—it’s a strategic decision that can shape your business’s future. 🚀 At Rocket Jones, we believe that the tools you pick today will determine how scalable, adaptable, and competitive your business is tomorrow. It’s not about chasing the latest trends; it’s about investing in tech solutions that last. 💡 Here’s why your tech stack matters: ✔️ Scalability: The right tech grows with your business, supporting expansion without limitations. ✔️ Future-proofing: Sustainable solutions that adapt as your needs evolve. ✔️ Efficiency: Streamlined tools that keep your operations running smoothly today and tomorrow. Are you setting your business up for long-term success? #TechInsights #RocketJones #ScalableSolutions #FutureReady #BusinessGrowth

Silicon Valley V's Traditional Growth? - Blue Ocean creation - Speed - Risk-taking - Community Building - Scaling Traditional business growth: - Stability - Efficiency - Risk management - Hierarchy - Incremental growth 𝗔 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁. In Silicon Valley, it's all about 'exponential' growth: - Disrupting markets - Rapid scaling - Leveraging technology - Attracting top talent It's not about playing it safe. It's about changing the game. 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: 1. Embrace innovation and technology. 2. Build a strong network. 3. Take calculated risks. 4. Scale rapidly and efficiently. Hit me up here: Phil Akilade to explore another route

🌍 Thrilled to announce my new project - Default Global! 🚀 After years of working in tech and innovation, from influencing public policy to launching initiatives that cross borders, I’m excited to bring my passion for global-scale thinking to life. Default Global is my vision to help businesses think globally from day zero, not as an afterthought. Did you know? 🌐 1. By 2025, 70% of the global workforce is expected to work remotely at least five days a month. Businesses that embrace global talent can tap into this shift, accessing the world’s best minds, regardless of geography. 2. Companies with diverse teams are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors in profitability. A global-first mindset enables you to build diverse, cross-functional teams that innovate faster and better. 3. 95% of consumers live outside the U.S., and 80% of the world’s purchasing power is found overseas. Companies that scale globally from the outset have a major advantage in capturing this growing market potential. Startups with international market strategies from day one are 60% more likely to succeed in the long term than those that expand only after scaling locally. With Default Global, I’m creating a pathway for businesses to scale internationally, leverage diverse talent, and enter global markets seamlessly. With Default Global, we’re providing the insights, connections, and tools to help businesses tap into these immense opportunities. Whether you’re just starting or already scaling, it’s time to think beyond borders and build globally from the get-go. 🌍 💡 Ready to take your company global? Let’s make it happen. 🌐 Apply Link in Comments. #DefaultGlobal #GlobalScale #GlobalLeadership #Innovation #TechForGood #FutureOfBusiness #GlobalMarkets #GlobalWorkforce

Like Warren Buffett, I once shied away from technology, losing precious decades of potential growth and learning. Not anymore.. This isn't just another career path - it's a reclamation. While I followed Buffett's wisdom in many areas, I learned that avoiding tech was a costly mistake. Don't repeat my error. The battleground has shifted to the digital realm, let's arm ourselves with tech knowledge everyday in every way. "Just Tech-it" – more than a catchphrase, it's a wake-up call for our generation. To every young & old mind reading this: Your future isn't just about using technology – it's about wielding it. The "Tech-it" mindset isn't about passive consumption. It's about building, connecting, sharing, and innovating. Whether you're in agriculture, healthcare, mining, education, or business – infuse technology into your craft. The evidence is clear: tech giants aren't just running companies; they're shaping our world. The sweetest pudding? 🎂 Watch how technology transforms ideas into impact, challenges into opportunities, and dreams into reality. Stop waiting. Stop watching. Start building. 🙏 What ever you do, 'Just Tech-it' The path ahead is hard? Good. That's exactly why I'm taking it. 'The only way to guarantee failure is to quit.' - David Goggins. Stay hard. Stay hungry. Stay innovating. Stay positive. #TechWarrior #AncestralStrength #NeverQuit #TechRevolution #CloudComputing #TechInnovation #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfTech #JustTechIt #TechnologyAdoption #Innovation #Solutions #AWS #CloudComputing

Global aspirations are no longer constrained by scale. I have just returned from a personal trip to US. One of the things I try and do in my trips is what I call 'have interesting conversations/discussions'. These are with experts in different fields or visits to different kinds of start-ups as they have become the hub for some of the most interesting ideas. Each such conversation expands one's horizons and helps you 'connect one (or more) dots' in forming a picture of the future. In this trip I had a chance to meet and sit through a strategy discussion with a digital platform business start-up in the Valley. Even as a small company, (ARR just crossing $5mn) 50% of the revenues are international, spread across 8 countries and growing faster than the home market. I took away two lessons from this 'conversation' which overturn traditional management thinking. Unlike traditional global companies who leveraged their scale to compete in the different markets, for such asset-light digital businesses, scale is no constraint to growing international footprint. Second, in today's complex world, you have to be open to many different forms of 'ownership' (and partnerships) in different markets which balance regulations, risk (and investment) with market opportunity.

Global aspirations are not scale bound.Not any more atleast, we experience this on a regular basis for our line of work ,it is great to be validated once again, thanks much Arindam Bhattacharya for this one ! #globalization #globaleconomy #acetrustin #globalexpansion