I am excited to have Seth Levine, venture capitalist and co-founder of Foundry, and Elizabeth MacBride, international business journalist and founder of Times of Entrepreneurship. Together, they co-authored The New Builders and now their latest book, Capital Evolution, explores how American capitalism is shifting—and why businesses, not government, may hold the keys to building a more inclusive and prosperous future.

In this conversation, Seth Levine and Elizabeth McBride discuss their new book, 'Capital Evolution,' which explores the shifting landscape of American capitalism. They delve into the challenges posed by neoliberal capitalism, the consequences of prioritizing shareholder value, and the need for a more inclusive economic model. The authors advocate for 'dynamic capitalism,' which emphasizes the importance of meritocracy, economic mobility, and the role of businesses in society. They also touch on the impact of AI on the workforce and the necessity for government reform to restore balance in power dynamics.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Capital Evolution

03:14 The State of American Capitalism

04:54 Neoliberalism and Its Consequences

05:19 The Rise of Business Over Government

08:28 Meritocracy and Economic Mobility

11:40 Global Perspectives on Capitalism

14:22 The Future of American Democracy and Business

17:16 Comparative Economic Models

20:35 Conclusion and Reflections on Capitalism

25:41 The Dynamics of the American Economy

27:07 Understanding Dynamic Capitalism

30:09 Elements of Dynamic Capitalism

31:45 Success Stories in Employee Ownership

33:44 The Impact of AI on Employment

37:34 Universal Basic Income: A Controversial Solution

41:30 Reforming Government for a Sustainable Future

44:58 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs

Seth and Elizabeth's Links

LDN/ X – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethjlevine

LDN - linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-macbride-85a3806

Website – https://thecapitalevolution.com/

My Links

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I am thrilled to have Marcos Rivera, the founder and CEO of Pricing I/O, where he helps B2B SaaS companies capture the value they've built. Former Head of Pricing at Vista Equity Partners, he's priced over 400 SaaS products and has authored Street Pricing.

In this conversation, Marcos Rivera, founder and CEO of Pricing.io, discusses the intricacies of pricing strategies in B2B SaaS. Marcos shares his journey from product management to pricing, highlighting common mistakes companies make, especially in underpricing their products. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, the blend of art and science in pricing, and the impact of AI on pricing strategies. The discussion also covers diagnosing churn, building a pricing team, essential metrics for pricing decisions, and aligning sales and marketing efforts.

Timestamps

03:04 Common Pricing Mistakes in B2B SaaS

06:22 The Art and Science of Pricing

09:02 AI and the Future of Pricing Models

12:18 Diagnosing Pricing Problems and Churn

15:10 Counterintuitive Pricing Strategies for Success

20:10 Innovative Pricing Strategies

22:20 Building a Team and Company Culture

25:07 The Role of Data in Pricing Decisions

26:28 Key Metrics for SaaS Pricing

29:11 Aligning Teams for Effective Pricing

32:28 Integrating AI into Pricing Strategies

36:08 Advice for Founders on Pricing

Marcos's Links

LDN/ X – https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcoslrivera/

Website – https://www.pricingio.com/

My Links

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Aabhas Khanna, is General Partner at MyAsiaVC, a venture syndicate and fund with $125M AUM backing 250+ companies, including 5 unicorns. Previously at HSBC and Deloitte, he now invests in pre-seed and seed AI-native startups across enterprise growth, healthcare, fintech, and advanced manufacturing, focusing on obsessive founders tackling overlooked challenges.

In this conversation, Aabhas Khanna, a general partner at MyAsia VC, discusses his journey from working in large corporations to venture capital. Aabhas shares insights on evaluating AI startups, the importance of founder quality, and the unique challenges and opportunities in different Asian markets. He emphasizes the need for adaptability in business models, the significance of understanding market dynamics, and the flow of capital in the Asian tech ecosystem.

Timestamps

00:00 From Banking to Venture Capital: A Journey Begins

04:49 Navigating the AI Landscape: Signal vs. Noise

11:42 Regional Insights: Building in Hong Kong vs. Silicon Valley

17:31 Market Expansion: Local vs. Global Strategies

22:07 Investment Strategies: Reserves and Follow-On Investments

23:55 Identifying Future Unicorns: The Role of Founders

26:40 Navigating AI Disruption in Startups

28:29 The Role of Investors in Founder Decision-Making

30:56 Defining Good Growth in the AI Era

34:32 Capital Flows in the Asian Tech Ecosystem

38:20 Common Mistakes Founders Make

41:45 Reflections on Venture Capital and Personal Growth

Aabhas's Links

LDN/ X – https://www.linkedin.com/in/aabhaskhanna/

Website – https://www.myasiavc.com/

Sajid interview - https://lifeselfmastery.com/2020/05/30/ep-143-sajid-rahman-on-investing-in-emerging-markets/

My Links

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