Within the last year, I have moved across the country, immersed myself in a new industry, and launched a new company. But most notably, I became a father. With the joy of welcoming newborn twins into the world this past November, I experienced a tectonic shift. My personal vision, my professional rituals, and my overall… Read More
This is an abbreviated version of the original article that appeared in the First Round Review called “The Habit Behind This Founder’s Fast Financings, Product Development and Book Deal” on September 20 2017. Written by the First Round team. The night Adam Braun received his final term sheet for MissionU’s Series A investment he put his fundraise on hold. The… Read More
Now that fall is approaching and kids are headed back to school I find myself fascinated with the act of motivation. When it strikes, suddenly you’re eating healthy for the first time in months or working all day on a brand new idea you deeply believe in. It’s intoxicating right? And yet as quickly as… Read More
There’s a graphic circulating around the internet that includes a quote from Elon Musk. He says, “My proceeds from the PayPal acquisition were $180 million. I put $100 million in SpaceX, $70m in Tesla, and $10m in Solar City. I had to borrow money for rent.” I’ve noticed it gaining a lot of traction on Instagram… Read More
Let me guess- You have a big aspirational dream to transform the world in a positive way. Am I right? Maybe you’ve just returned from a trip that changed your life. Maybe you’re tired of a corporate job and want to make a difference. Maybe you’ve sought out countless organizations and still can’t find one… Read More