E522 | Mike Reiner, 432 Legacy: Venture Beyond: Coaching Founders, VCs & the Inner Work of Building Well

In this episode, is joined by Colin Knight, a leading coach in the startup ecosystem, and , co-founder of , to dive deep into the emotional and relational dynamics that power — and often derail — the venture journey.This conversation is part of the Venture Beyond initiative: a space to reflect on the human side of venture, supporting founders and investors in building intentional teams, resilient cultures, and sustainable energy for the long game.Here’s what’s covered:02:15 – What is Venture Beyond? (feat. 432 Legacy & Stride VC)05:00 – “Peeling the Onion”: Relationships → Team → Role → Self10:30 – Power dynamics and pitching: resetting the foundation22:00 – The myth of pleasing and the power of check-ins29:00 – Why VC firms struggle as teams38:00 – Role transitions: letting go of identity and control44:00 – The “Colin Column”: Why am I doing this?47:00 – The Self: Paying the price of transformation49:00 – Outcome addiction vs. joy in the journey55:00 – Energy is everything: what drains you, what fuels you57:30 – Finding your inner peace in a mad world

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