Jan Reichelt: Navigating the EdTech Landscape | Episode 38

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Jan Reichelt, founding partner of Tenex Founders, discusses the global nature of education and edtech. Jan shares insights on creating value, trusting your instincts as a founder, and seizing opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of having investors with founder backgrounds in Europe. Tune in to learn about Jan's entrepreneurial journey, work-life balance, and contrarian advice for engaging with VC partners. Timestamps: 00:21 Edtech being immediately global. 06:24 EdTech innovations through toys. 08:17 EdTech exit strategies. 10:29 Acquiring publishers for digital growth. 14:33 Founder confidence and decision-making. 18:11 The genesis of 10X. 21:33 Founder's advantage in investing. 25:42 Finding the right balance. 27:44 European startup ecosystem challenges. 33:32 Entrepreneurial journey advice. 36:25 Entrepreneurship as a lifestyle. 39:54 VC industry misconceptions 42:15 VC relationship dynamics and longevity.