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S1 Ep 6.5 Deep Dive on All In! with Nicolaj Højer Nielsen

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In this insightful episode of Konkursklubben, we welcome Nicolaj Højer Nielsen, a seasoned investor with a portfolio of 30 investments and a background as an entrepreneur. Nicolaj shares his journey, investment strategies, and candid thoughts on failure and resilience in the startup world.

  • An Entrepreneur Turned Investor: Nicolaj began his career in consulting, which gave him the foundation to start his own ventures and eventually become an investor.
  • Learning from Failure: His first business ended in bankruptcy, but the lessons learned were instrumental in shaping his future success as an investor.
  • A New Chapter in Andorra: Nicolaj recently relocated to Andorra, aiming to build an investor network in Barcelona and expand his investments in the region's startups.
  • Three Pillars of Investment:
  • The Importance of Teams: Nicolaj stresses that knowing the team behind a startup is crucial, as CVs and business plans alone can be misleading. Single-founder startups are a red flag for him, as great ideas should attract co-founders.
  • Passive Investment Style: While Nicolaj offers advice, he remains hands-off in the daily operations of the companies he invests in.
  • Analyzing Failure: Understanding the reasons behind a bankruptcy is essential for growth and learning.
  • Opposing Personal Liability: Nicolaj believes that personal liability for startups can stifle innovation and be damaging for entrepreneurs.
  • Debt and Startups: He advises against debt financing for startups, emphasizing the need to minimize risk before taking on debt.
  • "Get Shit Done": While analysis is important, action is what truly drives success for entrepreneurs.
    • The value of building a strong sales culture in startups.
    • Anecdotes from Nicolaj's and the hosts' entrepreneurial journeys.

      • This episode is packed with practical advice and candid insights for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Whether you’re building your first startup or looking for strategies to attract investment, Nicolaj’s experience and perspective offer invaluable lessons.


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