Hi friend,

Happy Veteran's Day, thank you to all of you who have served our country.

January 1st is 51 days away. And if 2024 is your year for a big change, we've got something for you.

(Unless you're in "one more bonus" mode.)

We know that transitions are daunting. Especially if it involves ditching a high-paying job, embracing the empty nest, or leaving your start-up.

That's why I've created a coaching program to help you figure out your enough, define healthy ambition and stop living the deferred-life plan.

The program starts in January, will be led by yours truly (Khe) and is limited to 8 spots.

🎧 In this week's podcast, we ask: What does Khe's semi-retirement look like?​

The Four False Idols

Every city worships its unique god. It serves its idol.

In NYC, "How's your fund performing?" shows the money chase.

In DC, "Going to the correspondents' dinner?" flaunts proximity to power.

Vegas asks, "Got a hookup for XS?" - it's all about pleasure.

LA name-drops, "I met Kim K's manager," seeking fame.

Here are this week's top reads:

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Confessions of a venture capital-backed startup founder

14 minutes | New York Magazine
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When I left Wall Street, I wanted to be a venture-backed founder. (Hey, it was the highest-status profession out there at the time.) Since then, I’ve seen firsthand the grind, inability to monetize illiquid shares and the real lack of financial payout for the majority undertaking this arduous path.

→ Read the article​

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How younger workers are redefining success

7 minutes | USA Today
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Young Americans are redefining financial success amid increasing living costs and stagnant career growth. What are they prioritizing? Adaptability over traditional milestones like homeownership and material markers of wealth.

→ Read the article​

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When writing for busy readers, less is more

5 minutes | Behavioral Scientist
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You can burn countless hours reading the daily deluge of email. Writing concisely by removing unnecessary words and ideas can save your readers time and increase the likelihood that they will actually read (and possibly engage) with the message.

→ Read the article​

Below the Fold
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LAST WEEK'S MOST READ

• ​Why really rich people worry (about money) (RadReads, 574 clicks)
• ​A few laws of getting rich (Collab Fund, 564 clicks)

And finally, the most motivating speech I’ve ever seen (from a 39 year old with face tattoos).

With gratitude,

Khe

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