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Why Sam Lessin is using the VC model to invest in individuals + Jason funds a startup on air | E1328

E1328 • Nov 17, 2021 • 67 mins

Jason Calacanis is joined by Sam Lessin of Slow Ventures to discuss the concept of venture investing in individuals. They explore the benefits, criticisms, and potential profit strategies. Later, Chris Niblett from Bizzly is featured in the Founder University segment.

Speakers

Jason Calacanis

Host • 54%

Sam Lessin

Guest • 34%

Chris Nibelett

Guest • 9%

Chapters

0:00	Jason intros today’s two guests
4:10	Slow Ventures’ Sam Lessin joins to talk about applying venture investing to individuals
15:02	Disruptive Advertising - Sign up for a free digital marketing audit
16:34	Why equity is great for aligning interests
21:05	The criticism of investing in individuals
26:30	Drata - Get 15% off SOC 2 and other audit
27:44	How investors will take profits when investing in people
40:11	NordVPN - Go to to get 73% off your 2-year plan plus a bonus gift for free.
41:40	Founder University - Chris Niblett of Bizzly
55:36	Jason gives Chris product feedback

Transcript

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