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Give First - by Brad Feld (Paperback)

Name: Give First - by Brad Feld (Paperback)
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What if the real key to building a lasting startup community isn't capital or connections--but mentorship without strings attached?
About the Author: BRAD FELD has been an early stage investor and entrepreneur since 1987.
154 Pages
Business + Money Management, Mentoring & Coaching

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What if the real key to building a lasting startup community isn't capital or connections--but mentorship without strings attached? Renowned entrepreneur and investor Brad Feld shares his decades of experience and expertise in developing and refining the art of mentorship through the philosophy of Give First.

The Give First philosophy encourages individuals to give their time, resources, and expertise to others without expectation of immediate return. It goes beyond the "Pay it Forward" mentality, showing you how to adopt a continuous, optimistic, and empathetic mindset in your professional life. It reinforces positive feedback loops that impact not only individuals but also entire communities. In this book you'll discover how Give First can help you create a vibrant startup community by breaking free from a transactional mindset and becoming an extraordinary mentor.

Whether you are just starting your professional journey or well into it, Give First is a must-read for anyone looking to develop their mentorship skills and build meaningful connections. With practical tips, real-life examples, and insightful reflections, this book will guide you through the journey of becoming an extraordinary mentor who can inspire, challenge, and empower. Get ready to transform yourself and those around you.

Winner of 4 Book Awards!
2026 INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARDS WINNER
2026 NEXT GENERATION INDIE BOOK AWARDS FINALIST
2025 ROYAL DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARDS 1ST PLACE WINNER

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"An inspiring, generous life and business philosophy treatise that deserves a wide audience."

-- KIRKUS REVIEW

About the Author

BRAD FELD has been an early stage investor and entrepreneur since 1987. Prior to co-founding Foundry Group, he co-founded Mobius Venture Capital and, prior to that, founded Intensity Ventures. Brad is also a co-founder of Techstars.

Brad is a writer and speaker on the topics of venture capital investing and entrepreneurship. He's written a number of books as part of the Startup Revolution series and writes the blogs Feld Thoughts and Venture Deals.

Brad holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Management Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Brad is also an art collector and long-distance runner. He has completed 25 marathons as part of his mission to finish a marathon in each of the 50 states.

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Dimensions (Overall): 8.8 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)

Weight: .6 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 154

Genre: Business + Money Management

Sub-Genre: Mentoring & Coaching

Publisher: Ideapress Publishing

Format: Paperback

Author: Brad Feld

Language: English

Street Date: June 24, 2025

TCIN: 88667482

UPC: 9781646871322

Item Number (DPCI): 247-48-0512

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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