Join Jeff James Martin as he sits down with Jason Heltzer, Managing Partner at Origin Ventures, for a deep dive into the world of venture capital, technology investments, and the importance of adaptability in rapidly changing business landscapes. Jason shares his journey from a technical background as a software engineer to becoming a venture capitalist and professor, offering unique insights into what it takes to evaluate, support, and scale high-growth technology companies. Key Takeaways Adaptability is Key: Startups must adapt to rapid changes in the market, prioritizing execution over perfection in strategy. Origin Ventures: Focused on investing in technology companies that shape the "Digital Native Economy," leveraging their team’s operational and engineering experience. Experience Matters: Investors with backgrounds in building companies bring invaluable insights to their portfolio companies. Transparency Builds Trust: Open communication between founders and investors strengthens alignment and fosters resilience during challenges. AI and Services Businesses: The intersection of AI and services presents untapped opportunities for enhancing business economics. Focus Wins: Staying committed to current strategies often yields better outcomes than expanding too quickly. Music and Personal Reflection: Music preferences, like Led Zeppelin, can mirror personal journeys and experiences. YouTube Chapters 0:00 - Adapting to Change in Business 01:20 - The Journey of Origin Venture Capital 03:45 - From Technical Background to Venture Capital 07:55 - The Allure of Venture Capital 10:20 - Understanding Investment Strategies 14:09 - Evaluating Companies: Strategy and Adaptability 18:55 - The Balance of Focus and Adaptability 24:07 - The Importance of Vision and Goals 27:52 - The Role of an Investor 30:19 - Transparency Between Founders and Investors 33:44 - Lessons Learned in Investing 39:58 - The Future of Services Businesses and AI 42:18 - Desert Island Album Choice Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with all our episodes, where we bring you the untold stories of innovation and leadership from the tech world, only on Tech Scenes Unplugged. Learn more about the book “Peak Teams - Mastering the Habit of Unstoppable Venture-backed Companies” - https://a.co/d/hp5Jtnu Visit Collective Genius to Build your Venture-backed Team with the Peak Operating System (Peak OS) - www.collective-genius.com Music by Andrew Applepie - https://soundcloud.com/andrewapplepie #TechScenes #OriginVentures #VentureCapital #StartupGrowth #AI #Entrepreneurship #jeffjamesmartin #jasonheltzer #DigitalNativeEconomy