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#60March 24, 202050:07

#58 - How To Navigate The Upcoming Depression

Economic impacts of COVID-19Venture capital trends during downturnsStartup runway managementMorning routines and mental health

About This Episode

Shaan Puri and his producer Ishan discuss the severe economic implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, framing it as a potential multi-year depression triggered by an underlying debt bubble. They explore Ray Dalio’s economic theories on debt cycles and provide strategic advice for startups to pivot into 'cockroach mode' for survival during the market freeze.

Episode Description

Shaan (@shaanvp) is joined by producer Ishan (@ishanhaq) to talk Corona virus and where they think it's at, where it's headed and what you can do to prepare for the worst. We also announced we started a new podcast! 9 Minute Morning Routine should be your daily listen on the way to work in the morning. Feel relaxed, calm and focused on how you're going to kick ass today. Subscribe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/9-minute-morning-routine/id1504340799  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Key Takeaways

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Startups must shift from a growth mindset to survival by securing 18-36 months of runway through aggressive burn rate reduction.

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Understand the 'Economic Machine' by distinguishing between short-term debt cycles (recessions) and long-term debt cycles (depressions) to better navigate financial crises.

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Implement a daily priming routine, such as Shaan's 9-minute morning routine, to transition from an autopilot state to an intentional high-performance mindset.

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