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On today's episode of the Climate Insiders podcast, we’re diving into an engaging conversation with Benjamin Kayser, a former French Rugby international with a 16-year long career. Today, Benjamin is a renowned commentator of international rugby games on TV, both in France and the UK, and his voice is easily recognizable by all Rugby fans.
More relevant to this podcast, Benjamin is the Co-founder and Partner at Teampact Ventures, a Venture Capital fund that specializes in human capital. We discuss a range of important topics affecting the VC industry, focusing on their core thesis: the idea that human capital, like in sport, is a central ingredient of sustainable success.
This episode delves into:
- Connecting Elite Athletes with Startups: Teampact Ventures Model
- Shared Traits of Elite Athletes and Founders: Resilience, Drive, Ambition, and a Growth Mindset
- The Birth of Teampact Ventures: Athletes' Willingness to Overcome Barriers and Make a Positive Impact
- Personal Branding as a Powerful Tool: Connecting on a Human Level and Differentiating in Business
- The Olympics: Showcasing Dedication, Talent, and Diversity
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(00:00) – Intro
(01:47) - Teampact Ventures: A Platform for Athletes to Drive Social Impact
(05:42) - Does Sports Training Prepare You for Business Leadership?
(08:36) - Finding the Yin in Your Yang: How to Avoid Burnout in Business
(13:05) - Can the Flame of Athletic Drive Sustain Business Success?
(15:48) - Convincing Top Athletes to Give Back: What’s the Strategy?
(18:47) - What CEOs Can Learn from Djokovic, Nadal, and Federer?
(21:52) - What Are the Secrets to Balancing Talent and Team Dynamics?
(27:23) - How Can Founders Create a Culture That Values Self-Worth?
(29:07) - Why Is Feedback Frequency Crucial for Employee Engagement?
(30:39) - Turning Negative Feedback into Growth Opportunities: How?
(33:07) - Are Women the Key to Unlocking a More Empathetic Business World?
(38:04) - Do You Measure Success by What You Earn Now, or Where You'll Be in Five Years?
(42:08) - Salary Transparency: Does It Simplify or Complicate the Hiring Process?
(44:05) – The role of Media: What Inspired Ben’s Podcasting Journey?
(47:42) - Why Authenticity in Content Creation Attracts More Than Just Attention
(50:17) - Can Allowing Personal Projects Boost Employee Engagement and Innovation?
(54:07) - How Do Founders Balance Personal Branding with Company Identity?
(56:19) - Are People Losing Interest in Global Sporting Events Like the Olympics?
(59:00) - Outro
Co-founder and Partner at Teampact Venturres
Benjamin Kayser is a former French Rugby international with a 16-year-long career (he played 47 games with the French National Team, and hundreds in the French and English championships).
Today, Benjamin is a renowned commentator of international rugby games on TV, both in France and the UK. His voice is easily recognizable by all Rugby fans.
More relevant to this podcast, Benjamin is a Co-founder and Partner at Teampact Ventures, a Venture Capital fund that specializes in human capital.
Core to their thesis is the idea that human capital, like in sports, is a central ingredient of sustainable success.
Teampact is an active investor in Sustainability and Climate Tech.
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