
In this episode of the Business Octopus podcast, host Avon sits down with Tom Moore, founder of With You With Me, a company that secured $40 million in funding and expanded to seven countries.
Now a part-owner of a New York investment bank, Tom opens up about his incredible journey, the challenges he faced transitioning from the military to business, and his current mission to change the entrepreneurial landscape.
From deep personal reflections to insightful strategic discussions, this episode covers it all.
Listen in to learn from Tom's experiences and get inspired by his relentless drive.
00:00 Introduction to Tom Moore's Journey
03:04 Challenges and Reflections on Leadership
04:42 Transition from Military to Business
10:26 Building and Scaling a Business
18:36 Navigating Business Relationships and Trust
28:18 Facing the Challenges of Business
28:49 Dealing with Difficult Conversations
29:09 The Struggles of Hiring and Managing People
29:43 Navigating Legal and Administrative Hurdles
30:22 The Importance of Courage in Entrepreneurship
31:00 Reimagining Investment and Capital Flow
31:48 The Flaws in Current Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
33:44 The Reality of Being an Entrepreneurial Investor
34:56 The Need for a New Entrepreneurial Paradigm
36:47 The Complexity of Entrepreneurial Challenges
40:32 The Importance of Encouragement and Patience
46:02 Reflections on Entrepreneurial Partnerships
48:10 Future Visions and Strategic ConnectionsYour network is your net worth.
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