Money & Investments

Eric Hornung's Book Recommendations

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Investment and business advice to get you thinking

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Money & Investments

Eric Hornung—co-host of Blinkist's Upside Shortcast, lays down his top picks on investments and business strategies in these Blinks and Shortcast episodes. This collection by the co-host of one of Fortune Magazine's "Top Business Podcasts" explores the secrets of the VC world, the psychology behind how we think about money, and the importance of making good decisions, financial and otherwise.

Eric Hornung's Book Recommendations

Investment and business advice to get you thinking

The Psychology of Money

The Psychology of Money

Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness

Influence

Robert B. Cialdini

The Psychology of Persuasion

7 Strategies for Wealth & Happiness

7 Strategies for Wealth & Happiness

Power Ideas from America's Foremost Business Philosopher

When Is The Best Time To Start Your Business?

When Is The Best Time To Start Your Business?

Have you ever walked into a store, seen a product, and thought, “Hey, that was my idea”? If the answer is yes, then this episode is for you. One of the biggest hurdles for entrepreneurs is actually taking the leap and starting your own business. Omar Zenhom knows this feeling all too well. In this episode, he’ll teach you not only how to dispel fears about entering the business world, but also how to make sure your idea has the legs to become a success.

Philanthropic Philosophy: My Little Hundred Million

Philanthropic Philosophy: My Little Hundred Million

In the early 1990's Hank Rowan gave $100 million to a tiny university in New Jersey—an act that sparked an explosion in educational philanthropy. Not all who gave, however, gave in the same way as Rowan did. In this episode, Malcolm Gladwell explores the weak link vs strong link dichotomy, how it plays out in philanthropy, and how we can apply it to our own lives when making decisions.

Adapting: Cat Coquillette

Adapting: Cat Coquillette

Cat Coquillette went from working a regular job at a design firm to licensing her art to huge brands like Urban Outfitters, Target, and Forbes. In this episode, she walks you through her journey of establishing a successful personal brand and explains the advantages of her alternative business model and life as an licensing artist.

Jason Calacanis: Power of Risk

Jason Calacanis: Power of Risk

Have you ever been too scared to take a risk in starting that business, making that phone call, or quitting that job? If we want to be successful, taking risks is something we can't avoid— something guest Jason Calacanis knows all too well. It's safe to say he knows a thing or two about taking risks; he's working his way toward being known as the greatest investor of all time, coming in on apps like Uber and Robinhood. In this episode he shares his valuable insight on taking risks and candid conduct has immensely positive outcomes.

Money

A User’s Guide

Secrets of Sand Hill Road

Secrets of Sand Hill Road

Venture Capital and How to Get It

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