# ![@middleseatentrepreneur Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:tiktok::7354578686672897070.png) @middleseatentrepreneur middleseatentrepreneur

middleseatentrepreneur posts on TikTok about kleiner perkins, money, company, entrepreneur the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

**Social category influence**
[finance](/list/finance)  40.83% [vc firms](/list/vc-firms)  7.5% [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies)  4.17% [stocks](/list/stocks)  3.33% [social networks](/list/social-networks)  3.33% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands)  3.33% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations)  2.5% [countries](/list/countries)  1.67% [nfl](/list/nfl)  0.83%

**Social topic influence**
[kleiner perkins](/topic/kleiner-perkins) 6.67%, [money](/topic/money) 6.67%, [company](/topic/company) 5.83%, [entrepreneur](/topic/entrepreneur) 5.83%, [fintech](/topic/fintech) 5%, [investment](/topic/investment) 5%, [all the](/topic/all-the) 5%, [if you](/topic/if-you) 3.33%, [vcs](/topic/vcs) 3.33%, [solana](/topic/solana) 3.33%

**Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by**
[@fronterahealth](/creator/undefined) [@frontera](/creator/undefined) [@cubbybeds](/creator/undefined) [@robinhood](/creator/undefined) [@lou](/creator/undefined)

**Top assets mentioned**
[Solana (SOL)](/topic/solana) [Marriott International Inc (MAR)](/topic/$mar) [Bitcoin (BTC)](/topic/bitcoin) [Ethereum (ETH)](/topic/ethereum) [Robinhood Markets, Inc.  (HOOD)](/topic/$hood)
### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"Thinking big. If you havent been exposed to truly big thinking its hard to explain. My time at Kleiner Perkins changed the game for me. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Primary takeaway from my time at Kleiner Perkins. #venturecapital Primary takeaway from my time at Kleiner Perkins. #venturecapital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7546614142828907807)  2025-09-05T14:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Took a trip down memory lane visiting Kpcb at [----] sand hill road in Menlo Park which when I joined was the top vc firm in the world. It was an amazing experience and the network I built was incredible #entrepreneur #venturecapital Sand hill visiting my old office at Kleiner Perkins :) Sand hill visiting my old office at Kleiner Perkins :)"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7512158630993546526)  2025-06-04T18:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Awesome offices here at lightspeed. Got an awesome board for my new venture and amazing investor base #entrepreneur Board meeting today in menlo Board meeting today in menlo"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7579307359009279262)  2025-12-02T17:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Silicon Valley startup economics are funny. But plenty of winners and wealth creation from this. Just probably some disappointed investors as well. #entrepreneur #brex Brex deal: last valued 12b sold for 5b (rough numbers) Brex deal: last valued 12b sold for 5b (rough numbers)"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7598621206367030558)  2026-01-23T18:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Good VC is about more than money. Even For an experienced entrepreneur like me it can be incredibly helpful to get introductions networking. For a young entrepreneur its essential #entrepreneur #venturecapital There are great vcs such as Lightspeed and they add value in ways other than capital There are great vcs such as Lightspeed and they add value in ways other than capital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7603859773083176222)  2026-02-06T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"One of the best vcs Ive known for [--] years and a terrific guy- Bilal Zuberi. Lux capital now started his new fund Red Glass. also an investor in frontera mt new venture. Entrepreneurs hear from and learn from the best #entrepreneur #venturecapital Hear from one of the best vc in the world Hear from one of the best vc in the world"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7511453371040075038)  2025-06-02T20:35Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Dont be afraid of risk when youre young. You have so long. You can afford failures. You can join a start up or start a company and fail and get right back up and be fine. If youre [--] youre probably gonna work for [--] more years put in perspective and take the risks you need to build what you want ##entrepreneur##risk Use your youth and risk tolerance to your advantage #entrepreneur Use your youth and risk tolerance to your advantage #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7571302233501879582)  2025-11-11T03:19Z [----] followers, 10K engagements


"The best networking event in all of Silicon Valley. Also saw SO MANY old friends. #entrepreneur Kleiner Perkins holiday party Kleiner Perkins holiday party"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7579870087524486430)  2025-12-04T05:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"CFi the ag fintech company I started with kaushik Chakravarti Announced a partnership today with alpha ledger and Solana bringing smart contracting to agriculture will be a big opportunity for all in the market including farmers #solana #agtech #entrepreneur #fintech Getting back to the top in the agtech sector Getting back to the top in the agtech sector"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7593064488975256863)  2026-01-08T18:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Get the right people in your orbit. Both private life and work life. As mentioned I view those as the same so its intertwined. Make changes where you need to or it will drag you down. #entrepreneur Surround yourself with the right people- dont hesitate Surround yourself with the right people- dont hesitate"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7594220946102258974)  2026-01-11T21:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"You dont realize it when youre young but those things that you do that make you a better person that might be hard they have compound value. Years in the future people will trust you more. Theyll be willing to do things for you. Theyll be willing to do business with you. I posted today about things I would never do. Try to stick with these core principles and you will be successful over our long career. #e#entrepreneurc#characterbuildingt#trust Young entrepreneurs: your trustworthiness character and persistence have compound value Young entrepreneurs: your trustworthiness character and"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7598248198917868831)  2026-01-22T18:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"These didnt exist [--] years ago. I totally get that Im old-school. But I dont know what the value of safe note. Its really are relative to price round or convertibles like we used to have. Not sure they create the right incentive all around. #entrepreneur #safenote SAFE notes. Im not a fan SAFE notes. Im not a fan"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7599793839439645982)  2026-01-26T22:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ive been to plenty of events. And what ads value is hearing real information from people who know. But when I see real information real honesty. So this will be a cone of silence meeting this way people can talk openly about real issues which is always entertaining and educational #entrepreneur Private entrepreneurs event at @Frontera office on March 9th Private entrepreneurs event at @Frontera office on March 9th"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7600258218727673119)  2026-01-28T04:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I actually think theres a lot of good venture capitalist out there. There are some bad ones. Most of the bad ones are really private equity people masquerading as VCs. A good trick is to look at their title and how they describe themselves. If someone says theyre a PE investor run for the hills or if theyre always talking about deals run for the hills. ##entrepreneur##privateequity##venturecapital VC is very different than PE VC is very different than PE"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7600895074301480206)  2026-01-29T21:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The great office isnt necessarily expensive. We have nearly [----] ft. and lets just say it costs less than one full time engineer #entrepreneur #office Great office doesnt mean fancy office Great office doesnt mean fancy office"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7601312569172774157)  2026-01-31T00:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Not a single convo today I once met a very successful entrepreneur in Vegas at a black jack table (15 dollar table) back in [----]. I was young it was incredible what just talking to people can do. Professional and personally #entrepreneur #vc Go talk to people angel investor unicorn founder former vc just sitting here at a bar all by myself . Go talk to people angel investor unicorn founder former vc just sitting here at a bar all by myself "  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7601721733632085261)  2026-02-01T02:43Z [----] followers, 21.1K engagements


"No need to despair if youre [--] and you havent started a company yet. I know we revere these teenage or early 20s entrepreneurs but not everybody is that mature already at that age. And depending on where you grew up or your family of background it may be harder. Take it at your own pace. If you do something youre passionate about your success will come and itll come fast. #entrepreneur Dont set age related goals where you grew up or how you were raised impacts your trajectory Dont set age related goals where you grew up or how you were raised impacts your trajectory"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7602489143591046431)  2026-02-03T04:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I never get excited when everythings up and I never get depressed when things get down. Everything is the worst when things are bad. Everything is the best when things are good. Its human nature to feel that way. But its never that way just go long-term and youll be surprised how wealthy you get. #entrepreneur #investing Wealth is built long term control emotion to succeed Wealth is built long term control emotion to succeed"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7603419458136280351)  2026-02-05T16:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"There are places you can just show up and network. There are also places that are notorious for various reason. And those are the best for people watching #entrepreneur #siliconvalley Hang around the Rosewood Networking Hang around the Rosewood Networking"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7604245495778659615)  2026-02-07T21:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Its hard to imagine spending [---] or [---] K to get one executive in the door. I swear Ive done it probably [--] or [---] times now over the years but I actually think its worth it even at an earlier stage. Why Because talent is everything once youve proven you can raise money and build a product. One great person can have a profound impact on your trajectory. Its also a more thorough process less prone to mistakes than just your impulse. #entrepreneur #retainedsearch Retained search and team building- do not Disregard it Retained search and team building- do not Disregard it"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7604970316032396574)  2026-02-09T20:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Meet one of the first investors in Solana. And me having built a huge agtech company. Teaming up to disrupt ag fintech with next gen tech bet on accomplished founders #agtech #blockchain #crypto Ok crypto agtech and building a huge new agtech company Ok crypto agtech and building a huge new agtech company"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7605038276168273182)  2026-02-10T01:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Have to plan ahead to be financially secure. IRA 401(k) these are all tools available to you from a young age. It could be [--] years of compounded tax growth. It will give you the freedom to take more risk later. #entrepreneur #personalfinance Financial Plan ahead to be an entrepreneur. Max IRA or 401k. #entrepreneur Financial Plan ahead to be an entrepreneur. Max IRA or 401k. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7550699897775721758)  2025-09-16T14:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Still an emergency ecosystem with one with potential having built companies in San Francisco. Its nowhere close but it has potential that far. Ive made two investments in the office. And of course Im scaling up @frontera_health here #entrepreneur Denver startup week- doing a small panel with @frontera_health and @CubbyBeds Denver startup week- doing a small panel with @frontera_health and @CubbyBeds"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7550794663016369438)  2025-09-16T21:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"You have to take the opportunities when they come. This was a Kleiner rule take the hors doeuvres when Theyre being passed. So many small minded people were around the edges. They will kill your opportunity to build a huge business. Surround yourself with big thinkers and jump on opportunities ##entrepreneur##venturecapital Kleiner rule: Take the hors doeuvres when they are being passed #entrepreneur Kleiner rule: Take the hors doeuvres when they are being passed #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7551167757736348959)  2025-09-17T21:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I can tell people here want to community for startups and investment. #venturecapital #entrepreneur Big turnout #coloradostartupweek #entrepreneur Big turnout #coloradostartupweek #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7551602985797750046)  2025-09-19T01:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Its not even [---]. Its all week always on. Got to weave work and life together. Its a continuum #entrepreneur Im working. Sunday night football texting emailing. Shutting off not in the cards #entrepreneur Im working. Sunday night football texting emailing. Shutting off not in the cards #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7552730563463875870)  2025-09-22T02:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"For something to be an enormous outcome people have to be skeptical. If everyone thinks its great its probably already been discovered. My biggest win as a VC came from the most unobvious thing. And everyone was skeptical of it. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Story of my biggest win as a vc. A seemingly ridiculous idea which everyone was skeptical of and nobody wanted #venturecapital Story of my biggest win as a vc. A seemingly ridiculous idea which everyone was skeptical of and nobody wanted #venturecapital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7553441548109761822)  2025-09-24T00:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"There was this whole thing a few months back about associates versus partners. Some entrepreneurs are snobby and just want to talk to partners. I dont recommend that associates can be very influential. I feel I was. Sometimes the associates even do more work for you. Just find your best advocate regardless of titles. ##entrepreneur##venturecapital VC partnerships associates partners etc #entrepreneur VC partnerships associates partners etc #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7553711994034015519)  2025-09-24T17:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The more great people youre around the greater youll become. They push you to be better. Its like a Junto. Much harder here in Denver. I certainly get bored sometimes. I need to talk shop. #entrepreneur You need a community and to surround yourself with driven people #entrepreneur You need a community and to surround yourself with driven people #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7557469809173220638)  2025-10-04T20:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"You want to waste money in your personal life do it. I do it sometimes for fun. But not for business- dont care how rich you are. Its ethics and setting right example. You have employees for sure and probably shareholders#entrepreneur #privatejet No matter how successful you get keep it real in business (like flying commercial) No matter how successful you get keep it real in business (like flying commercial)"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7558613612361829663)  2025-10-07T22:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Connecticut and mostly New York or banker Hedge Fund heaven. Its for people who want to be in finance not entrepreneurs. But Connecticut is worse than New York City. #entrepreneur There are corporate places and entrepreneurial places. #entrepreneur There are corporate places and entrepreneurial places. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7560354615758245150)  2025-10-12T15:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I started a company when I was young but I was comically inept. Be humble learn the ropes. You dont have to be the big shot right out of the gates. Its a long game #entrepreneur #firstjob First job/ I was inept Its ok First job/ I was inept Its ok"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7474033843033427246)  2025-02-22T00:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The dislocations of the past few weeks will eventually seem like opportunities. Dont get to excited about this bounce. Same token dont get too depressed about correction or downturn. Long term thinking #entrepreneur #stockmarket Market bounce but thats not the point. Market bounce but thats not the point"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7491375247166573870)  2025-04-09T18:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Investing in private companies or startups is a different game. Illiquid and high risk with less transparency. Very long term. It can work but for most American public equity is much better #entrepreneur Private stock versus public Private stock versus public"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7506941096711245086)  2025-05-21T16:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ok fundraising. First decision is whether you need it - or dont want to bootstrap. If you need it what instrument Then who to go to The most likely people to believe in you are those who know you #entrepreneur #venturecapital #fundraising Bootstrap or SAFE/Priced Round/Convertible Bootstrap or SAFE/Priced Round/Convertible"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7508414701022235934)  2025-05-25T16:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Many of you too young to remember but many thought Amazon wouldnt survive internet bubble crash. When chips are down if you bet on long term growth with a passionate founder it can works. Takes courage. #investing #entrepreneur #amazonstock Investing in founders long term and when the chips are down- see Amazon Investing in founders long term and when the chips are down- see Amazon"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7508906143452810527)  2025-05-26T23:51Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Dont start a company or join a startup if you need to switch off all the time. It doesnt work that way. Work life continuum is a phrase I like. I love working -: love fun. In fact headed to Vegas this week :) #entrepreneur #worklifecontinuum Entrepreneurship is not a lifestyle business Entrepreneurship is not a lifestyle business"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7509925302060010782)  2025-05-29T17:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Your not in ivory tower. Ive been both the top venture capitalist and a top entrepreneur. Im one of the few people who can give you perspective from both sides. And the bottom line is as an entrepreneur you cannot afford to live in an ivory tower #entrepreneur #venturecapital #nodaysoff Venture capitalists take August off you as an entrepreneur cannot Venture capitalists take August off you as an entrepreneur cannot"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7522987307234856222)  2025-07-03T22:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"To go faster in your career you need to prove yourself. In a big company that takes a long time. In A start up many times you can chart your own path and the CEO or founder. Will love it if you step up. So step up and accelerate your path. #entrepreneur #startup Startup is a great way to accelerate your path. #startup Startup is a great way to accelerate your path. #startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7525862962301553951)  2025-07-11T16:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"You will need help and starting your business. So you might as well pick it yourself at the start. Some cofounders will go the distance with you and some Will time out. In terms of ownership its up to you but the ratio can be significant especially if you are the one responsible for fundraising and the one on the hook #entrepreneur #founder#cofounder Dividing up ownership with co-founders. #entrepreneur Dividing up ownership with co-founders. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7527450366087073055)  2025-07-15T23:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I feel passion about this. Ive seen companies of all stages ruined by structure. Amateur investors think this works. But it completely misaligned incentive between entrepreneurs and investors. If your company is struggling and you need financing do a down round. But dont introduce structures #entrepreneur #venturecapital Avoid financing structures- do a clean fundraise whatever the price #venturecapital Avoid financing structures- do a clean fundraise whatever the price #venturecapital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7527810886900124959)  2025-07-16T22:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"ive always been concentrated in my risk. Because I start companies. From an investment standpoint I tend to concentrate on themes as well. I understand why people preach diversification. But its not necessarily the path to significant wealth. Im no advisor but I think this all depends on your risk tolerance. #entrepreneur #investing Diversification hasnt been a thing for me #entrepreneur #investor Diversification hasnt been a thing for me #entrepreneur #investor"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7539600442695879966)  2025-08-17T17:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I am definitely not the worlds expert on these technologies. I bought a bit a while ago and I bought more recently. But to be honest my thesis is very very long term. I wouldnt even bother trying to trade it too many people know more than I do. #bitcoin #entrepreneur #ethereum Crypto bitcoin ethereum dont try to time it. #investing Crypto bitcoin ethereum dont try to time it. #investing"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7540076872390970655)  2025-08-18T23:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"In very early stage venture capital you really need to invest when its unobvious. Its almost better if people think its ridiculous. My biggest win is a VC was beyond meat (I was the first investor and board member) investing [--] years ago when people didnt get it. Now there are [---] of these companies. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Success in early stage venture capital is about the outliers/ ridiculous/unobvious - example beyond meat #vc Success in early stage venture capital is about the outliers/ ridiculous/unobvious - example beyond meat #vc"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7546997563682016543)  2025-09-06T15:25Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Do the math on getting 12% versus 10% return over [--] years. You make a lot more money it compounds. Robin Hood has a 3% cashback credit card flat on everything no managing categories etc. what is the value of getting one percent extra on your expenses back over many years if you spend a lot on your credit card. #entrepreneur #personalfinancetips #robinhood #personalfinance Entrepreneurship and personal finance. @Robinhood gold card. #entrepreneur Entrepreneurship and personal finance. @Robinhood gold card. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7549717656438328606)  2025-09-13T23:20Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I sometimes offer advisor shares. Its frequently worth it. But when I pay cash I pay for a specific service not just for general advice. Cash is King in the startup and any so-called advisor key. You should know that. #entrepreneur Do not pay for advice however naive you feel #entrepreneur Do not pay for advice however naive you feel #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7555904529594666270)  2025-09-30T15:29Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I am on the board (and a major investor ) in this super fast growing agtech startup that provides financing for farmers. Coming to [---] for a board meeting. Nostalgia hits me as I grew up in Chicago area. Landed at 9pm headed right to @Lou Malnati's . Every weekend in my youth doesnt matter where I go this hits the spot. #entrepreneur #chicago Cant change wont change. #entrepreneur Cant change wont change. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7558688522727673119)  2025-10-08T03:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"In many industries agtech included margins and scalability and market size dont jive with building a huge company. Im on the board of one that does and I see the difference. #entrepreneur #agtech New agtech venture- most scalable Ive seen. scalability matters. #entrepreneur New agtech venture- most scalable Ive seen. scalability matters. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7559578643635244319)  2025-10-10T13:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Most vc funds dont return BUT Investing in a great venture fund is like backing a great entrepreneur #venturecapital Most vc funds dont return BUT Investing in a great venture fund is like backing a great entrepreneur #venturecapital Most vc funds dont return BUT Investing in a great venture fund is like backing a great entrepreneur #venturecapital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7561508319194582302)  2025-10-15T17:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"There is no cost to somebody trying to get info from you. For them. Most venture caps have a lot of time on their hands. If they can get the inside scoop on your business that gives them advantage. I actually think its useful to take some meetings. But make sure its the right groups and the right circumstance. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Heard your killing it would love to meet #entrepreneur Heard your killing it would love to meet #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7562582396340686111)  2025-10-18T15:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Maturity is code for revenue. Venture capitalist are just analyst these days. If youre a super early stage company youre gonna hear this all the time unless you have an amazing pedigree. And even if you have some early revenue it may not be enough. Oddly they dont analyze anything else these days Team product technology etc. ##entrepreneur##venturecapital Would love to see a little more maturity in this business Would love to see a little more maturity in this business"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7562691131562003743)  2025-10-18T22:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is a polite blow off. Any fun worth their weight can always be flexible. I suppose if youre pitching a biotech fund on a crypto investment you may be out of scope. But generally with a great entrepreneur and a great opportunity they can always make it happen. ##entrepreneur##venturecapital Doesnt fit our mandate Doesnt fit our mandate"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7562981961833123103)  2025-10-19T17:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Take it from a middle-age entrepreneur in a cardigan. Most all great businesses were unobvious to investors. An obvious investment happens at a much later stage. At an early stage it has to be something most people are rejecting. I wish more investors would choose to do hard things. #entrepreneur #venturecapital This is a hard business (bs but actually a good thing) This is a hard business (bs but actually a good thing)"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7563307400288029983)  2025-10-20T14:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I dont ever recall passing on a great entrepreneur for valuation alone. There are some expectations that are ridiculous. But in general most are within a range thats acceptable if youre bought in. Especially in an early stage its rare evaluation will be the issue and if they tell you it is its usually something else. #entrepreneur #valuation #venturecapital Cant meet your expectations on valuation (secret: within a broad range valuation doesnt matter) Cant meet your expectations on valuation (secret: within a broad range valuation doesnt matter)"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7563429150438984990)  2025-10-20T22:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Definitely not a treat in my experience. These people are usually under performers who have gotten by on branding and ironically theyll stretch the definition of impact as far as it will go for a financial return. Look for good people to invest in you. And ignore false branding #entrepreneur #venture #venturecapital Impact investor: trick or treat Impact investor: trick or treat"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7563703294300867871)  2025-10-21T15:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Im an engineer and a domain expert. So I havent experienced this one. I talked with the number of entrepreneurs who have. Especially non-technical founders. But this is all bullshit. Theres no technical skills that you cant acquire if you get. This is just a veiled way of saying they dont want to invest in you. 90% of seed investing is the person. #entrepreneur #venturecapital We would like to see more team building We would like to see more team building"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7563760651663904031)  2025-10-21T19:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"There is no rule saying you have to start at any particular age. But when you do it you need to immersed and ready. So go at your pace. As I mentioned many times I was inept when I was a young entrepreneur. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Nothing wrong with working corporate or another startup before doing your own. Nothing wrong with working corporate or another startup before doing your own"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7564205801976433951)  2025-10-23T00:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Cannot be wimpy in entrepreneurship. You may want to cry but you cant at least not in front of others. Maybe do it privately or something. You chose this path and its your job to deal with it. There is a lot of pressure if you dont like that shouldnt be in this line of work. #entrepreneur No crying in entrepreneurship. if you cant take the heat stay out #entrepreneur No crying in entrepreneurship. if you cant take the heat stay out #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7564463702540422431)  2025-10-23T17:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"There was a time when they were very crazy ideas in venture capital. Actually thats all the time. So as crazy as you think some of the things are now Ive seen crazier. But theres always a rationale. I thought you might be entertained by the story. #entrepreneur #venturecapital True story- v vehicle True story- v vehicle"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7564575136947424543)  2025-10-24T00:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"you can have control without a majority. You can have a board of directors and still have shareholdering control. The dynamics and the interplay between these things are complicated. As a fiduciary duty. You should educate yourself on this despite how mundane it is. Because it matters when it matters. #entrepreneur #venturecapital #board Boards vs. Shareholdings vs control Boards vs. Shareholdings vs control"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7564855033712479519)  2025-10-24T18:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Friday night trying to get product out. Its amazing and feels like the old days again this is the fun of being if entrepreneur. #entrepreneur #aihealthcare App launch coming soon - first of its kind in ai for early childhood. @frontera_health App launch coming soon - first of its kind in ai for early childhood. @frontera_health"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7564944773660855582)  2025-10-25T00:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The world has changed and stealth mode has less value. Very little is proprietary- network effects and scale have value. I think stealth makes sense for a period of time but much less now than decades ago. #entrepreneur #strealthmode"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7565228822606515487)  2025-10-25T18:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Dont need to be in Silicon Valley to build a great company. Some of my best investments have been in the most unusual places and unexpected people. Here is a world class entrepreneur rural New Mexico building a phenomenal mission oriented company. #entrepreneur #newmexico #lascruces Great entrepreneurs are everywhere including in the most unexpected places- one of my best investments Great entrepreneurs are everywhere including in the most unexpected places- one of my best investments"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7566408199981518110)  2025-10-28T22:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I joined the board of axia [--] plus years ago. We recently sold the company. Alois and his brother Sandor are amazing. It was an incredible and very successful long term journey. A world class innovator from the Netherlands Dinner in nyc was amazing #entrepreneur #netherlands #agtech Met an old friend in nyc One of the best agtech entrepreneurs in the world. You can do it from anywhere including Netherlands Met an old friend in nyc One of the best agtech entrepreneurs in the world. You can do it from anywhere including Netherlands"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7566812174698433806)  2025-10-30T00:56Z [----] followers, 3.9M engagements


"There are a lot of things you think are gonna happen and people dont follow through. Ill start with an investor situation. What do you do if someone renegs Surprisingly absolutely nothing complaining about it isnt gonna help your situation and odds are they were lightweights to begin with. #entrepreneur #investor #venturecapital Now What to do if someone renegs on you you may be surprised at my answer Now What to do if someone renegs on you you may be surprised at my answer"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7567465678505053470)  2025-10-31T19:12Z [----] followers, 282.1K engagements


"Entrepreneurs get frustrated when people dont like their idea. Or when they find it obscure or absurd. But most great Ventures come out of nowhere. They arent obvious. So dont get frustrated. Stick with it and think big. #entrepreneur #venturecapital The biggest venture Ive seen came out of nowhere The biggest venture Ive seen came out of nowhere"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7568188383709662494)  2025-11-02T17:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"In general you want to reduce the amount of formal structures that exist in your start up. Im up to [---] employees now and I still try to keep it as informal as possible. But there are certain things you cant mess with including regulatory and legal. Thats where you have to be buttoned up. But in general you dont need formality for other things like general meetings reporting structures etc. #entrepreneur Keep red tape and formality low / non existent as long as you can Except in one area Keep red tape and formality low / non existent as long as you can Except in one area"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7569278118553259294)  2025-11-05T16:25Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I made a tiny pencil out of a toothpick. #craft #crafting #drawing #draw #art"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@thrawanart/video/7569777672763477279)  2025-11-07T14:00Z [--] followers, 1.4M engagements


"All of there recent amazing fintech company stories but really in any domain. Founder is there. Even in the public market. #entrepreneur #founder Founder led is everything. Even in the public market #founder Founder led is everything. Even in the public market #founder"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7570079937143606559)  2025-11-07T20:16Z [----] followers, 68.8K engagements


"A big win like a great startup exit or venture capital bet can be a source of wealth. But when I run the numbers I see over a [--] or [--] your period much of the wealth has come from appreciation in the stock market. Zero trading zero impulsivity just long-term thinking. When youre young time is on your side. #entrepreneur #investing Despite some big wins most wealth has come from appreciation in held investments #entrepreneur Despite some big wins most wealth has come from appreciation in held investments #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7570847248372829470)  2025-11-09T21:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Nuff said. Ive seen and experienced it all. From all sides. And this much I know. Groups of investors random thoughts no will bunch of suits. One great entrepreneur better than all put together. #entrepreneur An incredible story: committed founder/entrepreneur creates more value than all investors randos combined An incredible story: committed founder/entrepreneur creates more value than all investors randos combined"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7572229441049464094)  2025-11-13T15:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Coming to you from a spa. Mistakes will happen. Its a risk worth taking as it accelerates your career. Where I am today I dont do it for the same reasons but its still about the challenge and learning. #entrepreneur 4x acceleration of career at a startup. Mistakes and learning are good for you. #entrepreneur 4x acceleration of career at a startup. Mistakes and learning are good for you. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7573070356177505567)  2025-11-15T21:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I saw a story on LinkedIn that resonated with me. It was actually a venture capitalist highlighting something that happened with an entrepreneur. The VC agreed to a deal verbally sent the docs and the entrepreneur shopped around even though they had agreed. Its bullshit you need to give the same respect that you expect and you need to be a better person. You say something you should do it. #venturecapital #entrepreneur Be a better person- follow through on commits keep your word Be a better person- follow through on commits keep your word"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7573456266819915039)  2025-11-16T22:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"And here I am back again. Great relationships are lifelong. Meeting old friend and ironically back for a fast scaling agtech venture where Im helping the ceo. Everyone has a different path. It can start anywhere. See you in nyc tonight #entrepreneur #minneapolis Back in Minneapolis I began here at cargill ventures [--] years ago Back in Minneapolis I began here at cargill ventures [--] years ago"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7574864015843691806)  2025-11-20T17:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Its fun to be back. It was easy to pack in the days with high leverage meetings. Everyone is doing something big. If youre a big thing or youll fit right in. #entrepreneur #sf #siliconvalley You can build from anywhere but huge things happen in Bay Area You can build from anywhere but huge things happen in Bay Area"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7579650908636597534)  2025-12-03T15:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Use your youth to your advantage. Failure is part of learning. But its not a given that you will fail. I was successful once as a younger entrepreneur. Ive also failed along the way. Its all part of a continuum and a career choice you make to think big and think long-term. ##entrepreneur Use your youth to your advantage you can afford to fail. Use your youth to your advantage you can afford to fail"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7581546471099600158)  2025-12-08T17:53Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Artificial intelligence fintech a bunch of big trends. Great time to build your career and wealth #entrepreneur Great moment in time for entrepreneurs and those that want to join startups. Great moment in time for entrepreneurs and those that want to join startups"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7582321225729314079)  2025-12-10T19:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I have built multibillion dollars business and I got convinced to do this by my employees. Holiday party at a tech startup artificial intelligence. Seriously team bonding is fun and part of the journey :) #entrepreneur #holidayparty Holiday party at a tech startup Holiday party at a tech startup"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7582406600573324557)  2025-12-11T01:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Incredible company I am on the board of called linusbio they can get thousands of times the data if a blood sample with a strand of hair. Incredible robotics biotech and ai #entrepreneur Hair sample vs blood test Hair sample vs blood test"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7487218469755276586)  2025-03-29T13:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"See my post on LinkedIn below. Big early stage ideas require losses. Vc has become wimpy. #entrepreneur #venture https://www.linkedin.com/posts/amol-deshpande-2364b81_venturecapital-entrepreneur-venturecapital-activity-7377018045053054976-tXhQutm_medium=ios_app&rcm=ACoAAABAckoBA-yk-KCvxojPAkm0GSOIM3Uj9wA&utm_source=social_share_send&utm_campaign=copy_link Analysts didnt exist in venture capital. I dont know when it got wimpy. #venturecapital capital Analysts didnt exist in venture capital. I dont know when it got wimpy. #venturecapital capital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7554080415422696735)  2025-09-25T17:30Z [----] followers, 13.7K engagements


"So many memories My days at Kleiner Perkins and then starting a big company. And so many friends here. Magical place for innovation. #entrepreneur #sanfrancisco So much nostalgia in sf So much nostalgia in sf"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7500420747706273054)  2025-05-04T03:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I got a huge career break 2007/2008 when I got hired at Kleiner Perkins. This is back when vc was a cottage industry. The network I built was everything and I made the most of it #entrepreneur You need good luck but then you need to make the most of it You need good luck but then you need to make the most of it"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7511394652445084959)  2025-06-02T16:47Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Venture capital was a cottage industry [--] years ago. It was a boutique. Today its totally institutionalized. Its easier than ever to start a company and when you do its easier than ever to get venture funding. Being venture capitalist is different these days. #venturecapital #entrepreneur I interviewed for something like 16-18 months before getting an offer at Kleiner Perkins #venturecapital I interviewed for something like 16-18 months before getting an offer at Kleiner Perkins #venturecapital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7546796002955562271)  2025-09-06T02:23Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"In the old days coworker occurred in the basement of leading VC firms. And it was hard to get in. You had to be a world class entrepreneur. These days there are coworkers spaces everywhere but Im wondering do they provide the camaraderie you hope for Im doing an offsite in one just rented the space for a day and its a little low energy. I thought the whole point of coworkers was camaraderie. #entrepreneur Co-working space- old school used to be Kleiner Perkins basement 😂 Co-working space- old school used to be Kleiner Perkins basement 😂"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7569704357726260511)  2025-11-06T19:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"You should love the fun excitement of doing big things. Having fun and doing game changing things can go hand in hand. Got the board meeting friends bd for @frontera_health Kleiner Perkins Christmas party all in [--] days. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Life of an entrepreneur: fun board meeting bd Kleiner Perkins Xmas party all in one week Life of an entrepreneur: fun board meeting bd Kleiner Perkins Xmas party all in one week"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7578618035590663455)  2025-11-30T20:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ive made 50-60 so called angel investments from my family office. They range from 50-1m+ per investment. Its high risk and most my investing is public index and stocks. But angel investing is a thing many succcessful entrepreneurs do to help others #entrepreneur #angelinvestor Angel investment- 50-250k Angel investment- 50-250k"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7508143376559033630)  2025-05-24T22:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"answer is it depends on the Company on your and the investor you wants. Sometimes you need more sometimes you dont. But dont optimize around the edges- get the best possible partner #entrepreneur #seedround How much of startup should you sell in seed round How much of startup should you sell in seed round"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7519613889407880479)  2025-06-24T20:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Sorry for the tease #entrepreneur #agtech Very cool story coming soon if true entrepreneurship. stay tuned. #entrepreneur Very cool story coming soon if true entrepreneurship. stay tuned. #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7521861356606197023)  2025-06-30T21:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"An incredible story please learn do something nobody else can do and be persistent. Dont give up. #entrepreneur LinkedIn below: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/amol-deshpande-2364b81_agtech-agriculture-entrepreneur-activity-7347995323522326528-0yhoutm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAABAckoBA-yk-KCvxojPAkm0GSOIM3Uj9wA Big news: Axia Seed acquired by Denso #agtech https://www.linkedin.com/posts/amol-deshpande-2364b81_agtech-agriculture-entrepreneur-activity-7347995323522326528-0yhoutm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAABAckoBA-yk-KCvxojPAkm0GSOIM3Uj9wA Big news: Axia Seed"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7524386310459542814)  2025-07-07T17:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"No matter how you look at it Brij financing or a bad thing. Of course it was better to get a convertible note then [--] notes like start up these days. Safe notes incentivize the wrong things especially when you do plenty of them. #entrepreneur Bridge financing safe notes they are bad. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Bridge financing safe notes they are bad. #entrepreneur #venturecapital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7548589096147356959)  2025-09-10T22:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"It perplexes me when I hear venture capitalist say they have no write offs. How is that possible if youre taking massive risk The truth is the people who say that are not Ventures capitalists. They are just random market investors. #entrepreneur #venturecapital Ive invested roughly $20m of my personal money in high risk ventures #entrepreneur Ive invested roughly $20m of my personal money in high risk ventures #entrepreneur"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7561834633315274014)  2025-10-16T15:00Z [----] followers, 23.5K engagements


"Call me old school but I can already see the ramp in productivity and fun. I like my coworkers remote I get fomo not enough time to build together. #entrepreneur @frontera_health Ramping healthtech ai startup. in office Ramping healthtech ai startup. in office"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7568912463521991966)  2025-11-04T16:46Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"You younger folks didnt experience the old svb. They have always been first class partners my go to partners for [--] plus years. Truth is that whole episode from two years ago was selfish run on bank bs. I am back work svb and will likely be there all the way through. #entrepreneur #svb Svb is first class as a bank Svb is first class as a bank"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7580432087832972575)  2025-12-05T17:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I really dont want to miss the Bears Packers game tonight. But to be honest youd be a waste of money to go private just to get to New York in time to see that. I know plenty of wealthy guys who do this type of thing. Sometimes encouraged by other high class friends. Spend your money on worthwhile things have fun for sure. But invest in yourself and invest in others over frivolous things. #entrepreneur ##airport Guys with money spend on the wrong things. Guys with money spend on the wrong things"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7586034384763981086)  2025-12-20T20:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I want to move here someday - I love it here. But always wondered how it would impact being an entrepreneur. Now think it could be done. Who wants to move to London (maybe for the summer to start)condo in Mayfair perhaps :) #entrepreneur London - entrepreneurial hub London - entrepreneurial hub"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7586735427407580447)  2025-12-22T17:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I love it here. To be a legit entrepreneur you have to weave together work and life. Make sure those around you want the same #entrepreneur Merry Christmas message from London Merry Christmas message from London"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7587544061985475870)  2025-12-24T21:46Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Fries delicious fries. So simple. #entrepreneur Any American entrepreneur like this concept Amazing in Europe Any American entrepreneur like this concept Amazing in Europe"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7588245103605566751)  2025-12-26T19:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is the welcome gift I got 😂Going to do some fun travel next year you know it. Even when I was in my 20s traveling all the time never so many nights. I love travel for work and fun. #entrepreneur #travel #marriott Ambassador elite Marriott :) work nights Ambassador elite Marriott :) work nights"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7589021167520877855)  2025-12-28T21:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Its on. #entrepreneur #fireinthebelly Big goals for [----] Big goals for 2026"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7590585363027070238)  2026-01-02T02:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is an archaic term. I remember when I first started it was a thing. But nobody conceived of [--] [--] [--] [---] billion dollar Companies. Now there are many of them. Dont talk about exit strategies it makes you look weak and flip artist. ##entrepreneur Pet peeve: exit strategy Pet peeve: exit strategy"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7595295288525376798)  2026-01-14T19:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Put the goods out there have confidence show your value. Its the same thing and seeking a job dating fundraising whatever the case might be youre not gonna get what you want without projecting your value. ##entrepreneur Dating app analogy Dating app analogy"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7606150305138494750)  2026-02-13T01:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"When youre hiring in a startup there are so few roles to fill and theyre so precious. when I see the whole open to work thing on LinkedIn I just cringe. I dont even know why they have it. It has the opposite impact on me. You want to recruit people who are in high demand. It should be hard to get someone to join you but when they do theyre gonna have an impact. ##entrepreneur##hiring Open to work yikes wtf Open to work yikes wtf"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7605836047854914846)  2026-02-12T04:48Z [----] followers, 13.7K engagements


"Meet one of the first investors in Solana. And me having built a huge agtech company. Teaming up to disrupt ag fintech with next gen tech bet on accomplished founders #agtech #blockchain #crypto Ok crypto agtech and building a huge new agtech company Ok crypto agtech and building a huge new agtech company"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7605038276168273182)  2026-02-10T01:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Its hard to imagine spending [---] or [---] K to get one executive in the door. I swear Ive done it probably [--] or [---] times now over the years but I actually think its worth it even at an earlier stage. Why Because talent is everything once youve proven you can raise money and build a product. One great person can have a profound impact on your trajectory. Its also a more thorough process less prone to mistakes than just your impulse. #entrepreneur #retainedsearch Retained search and team building- do not Disregard it Retained search and team building- do not Disregard it"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7604970316032396574)  2026-02-09T20:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"There are places you can just show up and network. There are also places that are notorious for various reason. And those are the best for people watching #entrepreneur #siliconvalley Hang around the Rosewood Networking Hang around the Rosewood Networking"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7604245495778659615)  2026-02-07T21:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Good VC is about more than money. Even For an experienced entrepreneur like me it can be incredibly helpful to get introductions networking. For a young entrepreneur its essential #entrepreneur #venturecapital There are great vcs such as Lightspeed and they add value in ways other than capital There are great vcs such as Lightspeed and they add value in ways other than capital"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7603859773083176222)  2026-02-06T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I never get excited when everythings up and I never get depressed when things get down. Everything is the worst when things are bad. Everything is the best when things are good. Its human nature to feel that way. But its never that way just go long-term and youll be surprised how wealthy you get. #entrepreneur #investing Wealth is built long term control emotion to succeed Wealth is built long term control emotion to succeed"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7603419458136280351)  2026-02-05T16:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"No need to despair if youre [--] and you havent started a company yet. I know we revere these teenage or early 20s entrepreneurs but not everybody is that mature already at that age. And depending on where you grew up or your family of background it may be harder. Take it at your own pace. If you do something youre passionate about your success will come and itll come fast. #entrepreneur Dont set age related goals where you grew up or how you were raised impacts your trajectory Dont set age related goals where you grew up or how you were raised impacts your trajectory"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7602489143591046431)  2026-02-03T04:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Not a single convo today I once met a very successful entrepreneur in Vegas at a black jack table (15 dollar table) back in [----]. I was young it was incredible what just talking to people can do. Professional and personally #entrepreneur #vc Go talk to people angel investor unicorn founder former vc just sitting here at a bar all by myself . Go talk to people angel investor unicorn founder former vc just sitting here at a bar all by myself "  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7601721733632085261)  2026-02-01T02:43Z [----] followers, 21.1K engagements


"The great office isnt necessarily expensive. We have nearly [----] ft. and lets just say it costs less than one full time engineer #entrepreneur #office Great office doesnt mean fancy office Great office doesnt mean fancy office"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7601312569172774157)  2026-01-31T00:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I actually think theres a lot of good venture capitalist out there. There are some bad ones. Most of the bad ones are really private equity people masquerading as VCs. A good trick is to look at their title and how they describe themselves. If someone says theyre a PE investor run for the hills or if theyre always talking about deals run for the hills. ##entrepreneur##privateequity##venturecapital VC is very different than PE VC is very different than PE"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7600895074301480206)  2026-01-29T21:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ive been to plenty of events. And what ads value is hearing real information from people who know. But when I see real information real honesty. So this will be a cone of silence meeting this way people can talk openly about real issues which is always entertaining and educational #entrepreneur Private entrepreneurs event at @Frontera office on March 9th Private entrepreneurs event at @Frontera office on March 9th"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7600258218727673119)  2026-01-28T04:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"These didnt exist [--] years ago. I totally get that Im old-school. But I dont know what the value of safe note. Its really are relative to price round or convertibles like we used to have. Not sure they create the right incentive all around. #entrepreneur #safenote SAFE notes. Im not a fan SAFE notes. Im not a fan"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7599793839439645982)  2026-01-26T22:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Silicon Valley startup economics are funny. But plenty of winners and wealth creation from this. Just probably some disappointed investors as well. #entrepreneur #brex Brex deal: last valued 12b sold for 5b (rough numbers) Brex deal: last valued 12b sold for 5b (rough numbers)"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7598621206367030558)  2026-01-23T18:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"You dont realize it when youre young but those things that you do that make you a better person that might be hard they have compound value. Years in the future people will trust you more. Theyll be willing to do things for you. Theyll be willing to do business with you. I posted today about things I would never do. Try to stick with these core principles and you will be successful over our long career. #e#entrepreneurc#characterbuildingt#trust Young entrepreneurs: your trustworthiness character and persistence have compound value Young entrepreneurs: your trustworthiness character and"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7598248198917868831)  2026-01-22T18:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is an archaic term. I remember when I first started it was a thing. But nobody conceived of [--] [--] [--] [---] billion dollar Companies. Now there are many of them. Dont talk about exit strategies it makes you look weak and flip artist. ##entrepreneur Pet peeve: exit strategy Pet peeve: exit strategy"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7595295288525376798)  2026-01-14T19:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Get the right people in your orbit. Both private life and work life. As mentioned I view those as the same so its intertwined. Make changes where you need to or it will drag you down. #entrepreneur Surround yourself with the right people- dont hesitate Surround yourself with the right people- dont hesitate"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7594220946102258974)  2026-01-11T21:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"CFi the ag fintech company I started with kaushik Chakravarti Announced a partnership today with alpha ledger and Solana bringing smart contracting to agriculture will be a big opportunity for all in the market including farmers #solana #agtech #entrepreneur #fintech Getting back to the top in the agtech sector Getting back to the top in the agtech sector"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7593064488975256863)  2026-01-08T18:48Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Its on. #entrepreneur #fireinthebelly Big goals for [----] Big goals for 2026"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7590585363027070238)  2026-01-02T02:28Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is the welcome gift I got 😂Going to do some fun travel next year you know it. Even when I was in my 20s traveling all the time never so many nights. I love travel for work and fun. #entrepreneur #travel #marriott Ambassador elite Marriott :) work nights Ambassador elite Marriott :) work nights"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@middleseatentrepreneur/video/7589021167520877855)  2025-12-28T21:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements

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