Be An Angel

Supporting The Leadership Team In The Best Way Possible - E6- Mistake #5

May 19, 2023 Steve Bolton Season 1 Episode 6
Supporting The Leadership Team In The Best Way Possible - E6- Mistake #5
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Be An Angel
Supporting The Leadership Team In The Best Way Possible - E6- Mistake #5
May 19, 2023 Season 1 Episode 6
Steve Bolton

In this episode, Steve emphasizes the benefits of Angel Investing, including generating high returns, tax breaks, and supporting mission-driven entrepreneurs. The importance of supporting the leadership team in various ways is also discussed, such as providing capital, consultancy, and connections. He discusses the dynamics of relationships between Angel investors and founders, highlighting the roles of being an adult, parent, or child depending on the situation. It is crucial for angel investors to understand their expertise and be transparent about their limitations, offering appropriate advice and guidance. 


The episode also explores different roles that angel investors can take on, from silent investors to controlling investors or lead investors. Also, Steve underscores the significance of personal support, troubleshooting, and instilling confidence in founders, encouraging angel investors to believe in the entrepreneurs and help them build self-belief and resilience. These topics and many more are covered. Listen to learn more!


This episode also covers:

  • Transactional Analysis: Parent-Child-Adult Relationships
  • Understanding Your Role As An Angel Investor
  • Keeping Your Focus And Admit When You Can't Help
  • Rapport And Teamwork Can Change Roles Overtime
  • Effective Teamwork Requires A Storming Phase
  • Support You Can Provide To Founding Teams
  • Encouraging Personal And Professional Development For Angel Investors
  • The Importance Of Coaching
  • Business Growth Requirements
  • Vitality Of Offering Operational Support
  • Successful Exits: Potential Buyers and Strategic Acquisitions


I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. 

Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!


Connect with Steve Bolton


Website: https://www.boltangels.co.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveboltonuk/?originalSubdomain=uk



Show Notes

In this episode, Steve emphasizes the benefits of Angel Investing, including generating high returns, tax breaks, and supporting mission-driven entrepreneurs. The importance of supporting the leadership team in various ways is also discussed, such as providing capital, consultancy, and connections. He discusses the dynamics of relationships between Angel investors and founders, highlighting the roles of being an adult, parent, or child depending on the situation. It is crucial for angel investors to understand their expertise and be transparent about their limitations, offering appropriate advice and guidance. 


The episode also explores different roles that angel investors can take on, from silent investors to controlling investors or lead investors. Also, Steve underscores the significance of personal support, troubleshooting, and instilling confidence in founders, encouraging angel investors to believe in the entrepreneurs and help them build self-belief and resilience. These topics and many more are covered. Listen to learn more!


This episode also covers:

  • Transactional Analysis: Parent-Child-Adult Relationships
  • Understanding Your Role As An Angel Investor
  • Keeping Your Focus And Admit When You Can't Help
  • Rapport And Teamwork Can Change Roles Overtime
  • Effective Teamwork Requires A Storming Phase
  • Support You Can Provide To Founding Teams
  • Encouraging Personal And Professional Development For Angel Investors
  • The Importance Of Coaching
  • Business Growth Requirements
  • Vitality Of Offering Operational Support
  • Successful Exits: Potential Buyers and Strategic Acquisitions


I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. 

Please let us know your thoughts about the episode!


Connect with Steve Bolton


Website: https://www.boltangels.co.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveboltonuk/?originalSubdomain=uk