private equity

Investing can be intimidating, and it's easy to get stuck in a rut with traditional asset classes. But the truth is, there is a whole world of alternative investments out there that can provide significant benefits to your portfolio. These investments can include everything from real estate, private equity, hedge funds, and commodities to art, wine, and collectibles. By diversifying…

Venture capital is a high-risk, high-reward game, and investors are always on the lookout for the next big thing. However, in the pursuit of success, there is a ticking time bomb that is destroying the very fabric of the industry: groupthink. Groupthink is a pernicious psychological phenomenon that occurs when a group of people starts to think and act in…

Investors love numbers, don't they? They want to see graphs, charts, and spreadsheets that demonstrate the financial viability of your business idea. They want to know how much revenue you're bringing in, how many customers you have, and what your projected growth rates look like. But here's the thing: statistics are dry, lifeless, and uninspiring. Sure, they might be impressive…

Entrepreneurship is the new black, the new cool, the new everything. Everyone wants to be their own boss, to build something from scratch and to make it big. It's like the Wild West of business, with the promise of unlimited potential and the thrill of the chase. But the truth is, not all businesses are created equal. There's no one-size-fits-all…

Listen up, folks. It's time to talk about investing. Now, I know what you might be thinking. "Scott, what do you know about investing? You're a marketer, not a financial advisor." Well, let me tell you something. Investing isn't just about numbers and spreadsheets. It's about understanding human behavior, taking calculated risks, and being willing to go against the grain.…

I'm not much of a prognosticator, but I'm happy to share a few thoughts on the future of private equity. And let me be clear, just because I don't know what's going to happen doesn't mean I don't have opinions on the matter. Private equity has been around for a while, and it's not going away anytime soon. It's a…

Private equity and public good: these two concepts may seem like oil and water, but hear me out. Impact investing could be the key to unlocking a world of positive social and environmental change by leveraging the power of private equity. Impact investing is an approach to investing that aims to generate financial returns while also making a positive impact…

Middle market private equity is one of the most dynamic and lucrative areas in the investment world. It’s where you can find a lot of opportunities to grow your wealth, but it’s also where you can find a lot of pitfalls that can ruin your chances of success. In this op-ed, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on what it takes…

Private equity is a world that's not just about the money, it's also about the human element. It's a world where the size of the fund you work for can have a significant impact on your learning curve, work hours, compensation, quality of life and hierarchy. Learning Curve When it comes to the learning curve in private equity, the focus…

Private equity is one of the most sought-after and competitive areas of finance. Landing a job in private equity is not for the faint of heart. It takes a lot of hard work, preparation, and know-how. In this article, I’ll outline the best ways to get a job in private equity and what you need to know to be successful.…