The Silicon Valley Podcast

Ep 256 Behind the Curtain of Venture Capital with Mohamed Ahmed

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Episode Description:

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Mohamed Ahmed—engineer-turned-founder, investor, and author—to explore the real mechanics of venture capital, startup life, and personal growth. Mo brings his unique perspective from launching a successful startup, exiting, and now advising others through the VC lens. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or someone navigating your own career transition, this episode is filled with real talk, valuable frameworks, and unfiltered stories you won’t want to miss.

What We Cover:

  • Mo’s career journey: From big tech to startup founder to venture capitalist

  • The truth about how VC really works behind the scenes

  • How VCs and LPs think—and what most founders get wrong

  • Media myths: What’s often misunderstood about startups and founders

  • Balancing growth with personal life: Tips for maintaining perspective

  • Mental wellness and leadership—why it matters more than ever

  • Making the leap from employee to entrepreneur: Key mindset shifts

  • The challenge of engineers becoming business leaders

  • The emotional journey of selling your company—and what happens next

  • Lessons learned after an exit: What no one tells you

  • Future trends in entrepreneurship and venture capital

  • The core message behind Mo’s book and how it can help you

    • Key Takeaway:

    Success in entrepreneurship isn’t just about raising capital or scaling fast—it’s about aligning purpose, people, and personal growth.

    Connect with Mohamed Ahmed:

    🔗 LinkedIn – Mohamed Ahmed
    📚 Learn more about his book and upcoming projects [insert website or link if applicable]

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    Disclaimer:
    The views and opinions expressed in this episode are for informational purposes only and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations, employers (past or present), or the podcast host. This content is not intended to be and should not be construed as legal, investment, or professional advice.

    The views expressed are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Finalis Inc. or Finalis Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC.

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