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The Anti-Transactional Venture Capitalist: How You Get More By Giving First with Brad Feld

Humanity At Scale: Redefining Leadership · 2025-08-21 · 25 min

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founder-investor relationshipsGive first leadershipventure capital mentorshipstartup ecosystem buildinghuman-centered investing

Episode notes

What if the best ROI doesn’t come from transactions, but from trust? In this episode of Humanity at Scale , host Bruce Temkin sits down with Brad Feld , co-founder of Techstars, Foundry Group partner, and pioneer of the “Give First” philosophy. Together, they explore how generosity, long-term relationships, and emotional self-awareness have shaped Brad’s decades-long impact in venture capital. From mentorship to mental health, Brad shares thought-provoking insights on why the most powerful tools in leadership, generosity, self-awareness, and long-term thinking aren’t just strategic advantages; they’re deeply human.

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