In this episode of The Liquidity Event, AJ and Shane analyze CoreWeave's transformative journey from crypto trading platform to AI infrastructure powerhouse & share highly anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) tips, plus unfiltered advice on what it really takes to start a business (from two people who actually did it).

Key Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Market Updates 2:51 - The IPO Market Landscape 2020-2025 8:49 - What Does CoreWeave Actually Do? 10:37 - CoreWeave's Explosive Revenue Growth 11:56 - Risk Factors: Microsoft Concentration 14:53 - Founders' $150M Pre-IPO Cash Out 19:23 - GPU Infrastructure & Market Position 21:33 - Starting a Business Reality Check 24:00 - The Truth About Side Hustles 25:42 - Why "Setting Your Own Hours" is a Myth 29:00 - Basic Excel Skills: Non-Negotiable 31:35 - Software vs Revenue: What to Prioritize 32:20 - Do You Really Need an LLC? 34:15 - The Truth About Business "Write-offs" 37:22 - Business Plans: Necessary or MBA Fluff? 40:16 - Final Thoughts on Entrepreneurship

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