I’m joined by Ivan Alo & LaDante McMillon, co-founders of New Age Capital, a seed stage venture capital firm and lifestyle company that invests in tech and tech-enabled startups that are founded and led by Black and Latinx entrepreneurs. We discuss their journey to launching New Age Capital, common hiring roadblocks they see in the startup world, and what traits they look for in the leaders that they invest in. Ivan and LaDante also touch on how to develop a growth mindset around team building and share tips for how to become a more self-aware and effective boss. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

• The reality of capital allocation for Black and Latinx founders 
• How to decide when (and if) you should raise money 
• The most important hires to make early on in your company 
• Ivan and LaDante’s thoughts on bringing on an assistant 
• The number one thing that Ivan and LaDante look for when they’re vetting a startup 

RESOURCES: 

• Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggin
• The Comfort Crisis: Embrace Discomfort To Reclaim Your Wild, Happy, Healthy Self by Michael Easter  

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