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Louis stands out as an amazing mentor who truly helps people grow. He's the kind of person who genuinely cares about others and connects with them in a real, meaningful way. His curiosity and intelligence make him someone who can guide people through tough decisions and help them see new possibilities

It was a privilege to work with Natalie during my first VC role. Looking back, my time at my job was deeply shaped by her mentorship, guidance, and friendship. She was, without a doubt, the best mentor I could have asked for, and her insights helped me transition into the VC world with confidence. There are three key lessons I learned from working with Natalie that I consider invaluable to my career: 1. Transitioning from a Consulting Mindset to a VC Mindset Before joining, I started my career at McKinsey, where I was trained to focus on deep factual analysis, and meticulous research. While these skills were also important, Natalie taught me that being a great VC required a broader perspective on top of the factual research. She helped me shift my mindset from consulting to VC by showing me the importance of: - Looking at investments from a forest view rather than just analyzing trees (i.e., individual data points). - Tracking the narrative of a project rather than solely relying on numbers. - Assessing both the short-term and long-term TAM and SAM Beyond understanding deals, she also taught me the importance of persuasion and internal advocacy. Having a great network and sourcing strong projects is one thing, but successfully getting a deal approved by IC required a different skill set. Thanks to her guidance, every deal I worked on with her had a higher chance of passing through IC because she helped me refine my ability to communicate investment potential compellingly. 2. Structuring Deal Assessments Effectively Natalie played a crucial role in teaching me how to evaluate deals in a structured manner. Our collaboration typically followed a two-step process: - I would take the first meeting—this allowed me to develop an independent assessment of the project and form my own opinion. - Natalie would take the second meeting, during which I observed how she approached conversations, asked critical questions, and interpreted information that I may have overlooked. One of the most valuable lessons I learned from her was that different deal stages require different types of questioning. As someone new to VC, I initially approached every deal with a rigid checklist, wanting to minimize risk. However, Natalie helped me understand that not all aspects need to be verified at the early stages—some factors can be evaluated later in the process. This lesson alone significantly improved my efficiency in assessing deals and making better investment decisions. 3. Genuine Mentorship and Career Growth Beyond her technical expertise, what stood out the most was Natalie’s genuine commitment to my professional and personal growth. She not only shaped my skill set but also instilled in me the confidence to navigate the complexities of venture capital. Her mentorship accelerated my career in ways I couldn’t have achieved elsewhere. She created an environment where I felt supported, challenged, and constantly learning—qualities that define a truly exceptional mentor. Working with Natalie was one of the most transformative experiences of my career. Her ability to balance strategic thinking, structured decision-making, and authentic mentorship makes her an invaluable asset to any team. I wholeheartedly recommend her, knowing that she will bring the same level of excellence, leadership & mentorship that she brought to my own professional journey.

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The luckiest I’ve ever felt in my career was having Miri as my manager and mentor. It’s rare to find a leader who genuinely cares—not just about your work, but about you as a person. She leads with kindness, humility, and empathy, creating a space where you can be honest without fear of judgment. Before Miri, I often second-guessed myself. But under her mentorship, I not only recognized my strengths—I also became a more confident person. She has an incredible ability to see both your potential and your growth areas, making her an exceptional coach. If you're looking for a coach who truly cares about your growth and development, Miri is the one.

Miri is an exceptional coach and mentor who truly brings out the best in you. Over the past year of being coached by her, I’ve gained invaluable insights about myself—what drives me, what I’m passionate about, and how to harness my strengths to create meaningful progress. Miri has a unique ability to challenge you in the right ways, pushing you beyond your comfort zone while providing the support and guidance needed to grow. Her coaching isn’t just about career advancement; it’s about building a fulfilling, purpose-driven path forward in both your professional and personal life. I’m incredibly grateful for her mentorship and highly recommend her to anyone looking to unlock their full potential!

I wholeheartedly recommend Rebecca as an executive and career coach. A truly effective coach provides guidance on career transitions, helps identify strengths and development areas, and offers support throughout the search process. Rebecca excels in all these areas. Specifically, her coaching was instrumental in helping me identify translatable skills across industries, which provided crucial in my successful transition to a new sector. Rebecca provided invaluable assistance revising my resume, tailoring it for potential employers and roles. Beyond that, Rebecca expertly coached me through the process of identifying potential positions that aligned with my background and interests, and offered tremendous support during application and interview rounds.

Working with ZiZi was a fantastic experience! Her guidance and inputs were invaluable throughout a very rigorous and demanding application process for a very competitive postgraduate degree program. She was meticulous in reviewing my application essays and coaching me through interviews. Her expertise clearly showed through her mentorship, and her empathy shone through our many conversations where we collaborated in reworking and polishing my applications. I highly recommend ZiZi to anyone looking to perfect their job or post-graduate degree program applications!

I've know Louis for a few years, and one thing that stands out is his willingness to ask the hard questions to get down to the core of a problem or concept. Having had a few classes at Stanford with Louis he was always the person to raise his hand and ask the deep the conceptual questions which really shows a level of care for understanding in order to apply principles to his own work and career.

Over the past five years, I’ve had the absolute honor of learning from Miri as a mentor, coach, and manager. Never in my career have I worked with someone who was not only so brilliant at her craft, but also so acutely attuned to me as a human being. This gave her the unique ability to bring out the best in me - both personally and professionally - because she could see all the pieces and knew exactly where they intersected. I consistently felt that I was doing my best work, precisely because she knew where to push and where I needed space. Miri is someone who is guaranteed to have your back. She’ll challenge you to go beyond what you think you can accomplish, and celebrate you when you achieve beyond your own expectations. She’ll give you the insights to understand yourself every step of the way, and with that shared knowledge, help you thrive. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from, and grow with, Miri.