What drives a founder to turn an idea into a groundbreaking startup? In this episode, we invite Bede Moore to explore the evolving landscape of startups and venture capital in Australia. Bede shares his journey from studying colonial history to becoming a key player in the venture capital scene. We also discuss the federal government's ESVCLP regime and its significant impact on the growth of these investment funds.

Bede offers insights into the high-risk nature of venture capital and the types of businesses that tend to thrive in this environment, providing valuable advice for those seeking seed-stage funding in emerging markets.Bede shares inspirational stories of founders who have overcome significant obstacles and highlights the importance of open-mindedness, domain expertise, and tenacity. We also touch on the exhilarating first months following a pre-seed investment, the concept of power law in venture capital, and the transformative journey of being a founder.

Podcast Chapters

00:00 - Navigating the Future of Startups

12:00 - Understanding Venture Capital and Business Growth

18:29 - Identifying Traits of Successful Founders

29:19 - Founders

40:03 - Building a Successful Startup

54:58 - Entrepreneurial Journey and Insights

59:58 - Startup Strategies and Insights

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