{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65ea7cce176cc40016d85400/660c6a9678c22b0017eb4b79?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Jesse Draper: Investing in Women ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65ea7cce176cc40016d85400/1712088039292-3ca276df515f83a4d623587db36c73eb.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>In this conversation, Julia Rae interviews Jesse Draper, a venture capitalist and advocate for investing in women. They discuss Jesse's journey from aspiring actress to hosting a tech talk show and eventually becoming a venture capitalist. Jesse shares insights into the world of venture capital and the importance of networking and building relationships. She also emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to balance celebrating wins with taking losses to heart. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the startup ecosystem, particularly for women entrepreneurs. In this conversation, Julia Rae speaks with Jesse about the challenges women face in accessing capital and the need for change in the investment industry. They discuss the qualities of a successful founder and the importance of being open and coachable. They also touch on the struggles of dealing with imposter syndrome. Jesse shares her experiences of feeling misunderstood and unfairly judged due to her family background. They explore the balance between motherhood and work and the importance of empowering the next generation. Jesse offers advice to her younger self, emphasizing the importance of confidence and self-belief.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Background</p><p>01:26 Early Dreams and Acting Career</p><p>09:46 Venture Capital and Investing in Women</p><p>13:25 Understanding Venture Capital</p><p>21:45 Knowing When to Cut Losses</p><p>25:25 Pivoting and Adapting in Business</p><p>27:20 Investing in Women Isn't a Charity</p><p>28:16 Investing in Women</p><p>30:05 Challenges in Accessing Capital</p><p>31:29 Overcoming Obstacles</p><p>34:18 The Need for Change</p><p>35:12 Distinguishing Between Advisor and Supporter</p><p>36:38 Qualities of a Successful Founder</p><p>37:28 The Challenges of Sitting on Boards</p><p>38:29 Dealing with Imposter Syndrome</p><p>40:18 Finding Joy in the Journey</p><p>41:44 The Myth of the Big Break</p><p>43:10 Dealing with Self-Doubt</p><p>44:33 Feeling Misunderstood and Unfairly Judged</p><p>49:47 Balancing Motherhood and Work</p><p>54:34 Empowering the Next Generation</p><p>55:34 Advice to Her Younger Self</p>","author_name":"Julia Rae"}