I Tried Angel Investing (and It Didn’t Go Well)

High-growth investment opportunities often arise from innovative strategies tailored to private markets. Investors interested in sectors such as technology investment, healthcare investment, and sustainable investment can benefit from expert insights on raising capital for business and understanding venture capital landscapes. 


Gregory Shepard, a veteran entrepreneur and author, shares his journey of building and scaling businesses, offering practical advice for those looking to succeed in the startup world. From overcoming personal challenges to leveraging the right strategies, Gregory’s approach focuses on long-term wealth-building and how to navigate the complexities of private market investments.


Meet Gregory Shepard
Gregory Shepard is the founder of BOSS Capital Partners and founder and CEO of Startup Science. With 12 successful business exits, multiple private equity awards, and extensive experience in scaling businesses, Gregory empowers founders with tools for achieving sustainable growth. Learn more about his methodology and insights at https://gregoryshepard.com/ and explore Startup Science at https://startupscience.io/. Connect with Gregory on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregshepard/


Timestamps:
0:32 – Gregory Shepard’s Background: Entrepreneurial Journey
2:18 – Challenges of the Startup World: Mindset, Grit, and Determination
3:57 – Raising Capital: The Hardest Part of Startups
9:04 – Taking on Bigger Projects: Growing with Confidence
12:16 – Overcoming Challenges: Setting High Personal Goals
15:56 – The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Handling Failure and Discomfort
18:10 – Building Resilience: Pushing Boundaries for Growth
25:02 – Raising Capital: Facing Rejection and Moving Forward
28:01 – The Role of Struggle in Entrepreneurship: Importance of Resilience
32:10 – Bad Advice from Mentors, Investors, and Founders: How to Filter
36:40 – Listening to Yourself: The Key to Navigating Advice
40:44 – Market Feedback vs. Opinions: How to Qualify Criticism
42:19 – How to Access Gregory’s Book and Startup Science Platform


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