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Mastering the Art of Job Hunting at the Job Jungle
In this episode of Career Chatter, Vici and Paul unravel the secrets to successful job hunting while steering clear of bad career moves. They discuss how to shine in a crowded job market with a polished LinkedIn...
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The Red Car Theory in Venture Capital
In this lively episode of Capital Conversation, hosts Vici and Paul dive into the Red Car Theory, also known as the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon, and its intriguing application in venture capital. They explore how...
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The Shape-Shifting S&P 500 Index: Three Decades of Transformation
In this episode of Capital Conversation, hosts Vici and Paul dive into the remarkable evolution of the S&P 500 Index over the past three decades. From the dominance of oil giants in 1990 to today’s tech...
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WFH, TFH, and the Future of Training
This podcast episode discusses the challenges and opportunities of employee training in a hybrid work environment. The hosts explore the difficulties of maintaining fairness and transparency in training budget...
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Negotiating in Private Equity
This podcast episode of "Capital Conversation" discusses negotiation strategies in private equity, explaining core concepts like separating people from the problem and focusing on interests rather than positions. It...
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Energy Future Holdings (EFH) - The Worst PE Deal
This podcast episode analyzes the Energy Future Holdings (EFH) acquisition, widely considered the worst private equity deal in history. KKR, TPG Capital, and Goldman Sachs leveraged $45 billion in 2007 to buy TXU...
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Summary of Ordinary to Extraordinary
This podcast episode of "Capital Conversation" examines two brands, The Ordinary and Cloud ON, that achieved extraordinary success. The Ordinary's strategy focuses on affordable, effective skincare and maintaining...
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CEO Wall of Infamy: Cautionary Tales
This podcast episode discusses the downfall of several prominent CEOs, exploring their fraudulent activities and ethical failures. Specific case studies of Robert Allen Stanford, Elizabeth Holmes, Kenneth Lay, Sam...
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The Customer Is Right. Right? Only When You Are Wrong!
In this episode of Capital Conversation, Vici and Paul challenge the age-old mantra, “The customer is always right.” They explore the rise of the Anti-Customer movement, where companies like Trader Joe’s and Zappos...
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What is Venture Clienting and How Does It Affect You?
In this episode of Capital Conversation, Vici and Paul dive into the world of Venture Clienting—a corporate innovation strategy where companies become customers of startups instead of investing in or acquiring them....
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The Hybrid Human AI Debate
In this episode of Capital Conversation, Vici and Paul dive into the hot-button issue of hybrid working. They explore its flexibility, productivity boosts, and environmental benefits while tackling the challenges of...
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đź’” Founders & Funders: Navigating the Inevitable Divorce
In this compelling episode, we tackle the often-unspoken tensions between founders and funders. 💼🔍 Explore the dynamics that can lead to conflicts and how to navigate these challenges effectively. From aligning...
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