Finally, COVID is “over” in Shanghai. Now that the CCP declares its victory, the US will likely become more comfortable, temporarily.
America certainly needs that relief.
We already see that reflected in container prices. At this point in the cycle, anything helps.
I used to believe China had already won against the US until they decided to crush founders with oppression (Didi, Alibaba, PinDuoDuo -- and hundreds of others).
There is still hope for freedom; once they meddle with self-made tech billionaires, they start to lose since there is no point in building wealth if you don’t have ultimate lasting freedom.
Having strong opinions is important. It will make people listen to you. Holding them weakly and adapting demonstrates character and humility.
I struggled with how I should react & respond to cold emails in the workplace during the first two years of my career as a VC.
The world respects those that take risk. People that put skin in the game and are willing to self-sacrifice to build something greater than themselves.
