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Matt Hoffman, Gautam Gupta

Letting Go of an Executive with Empathy

Consider this tried-and-true advice if you ever need to part ways with an exec.

8 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Lindsey Marlowe

Communicating with Empathy

Remember these tips when you need to communicate internally and externally during a crisis

3 MIN READ

brand & marketing
brand & marketing
Lindsey Marlowe

It’s OK to Not Be OK: An Honest Exploration of Wellness for Leaders

Three startup founders share how they manage their mental health in a crisis.

7 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Lindsey Marlowe

Building Resiliency and Focus During Stressful Times

Human connection and clear priorities can help you navigate turbulent periods.

9 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Darja Gutnick

Karl Alomar Discusses Leading Through Crisis

M13’s managing partner explains the strategies—and mindset—that got him through past crises.

1 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Christine Choi

Cultivating Empathy and Human Connections with Defy Ventures

A day with entrepreneurs in training revealed the importance of second chances.

3 MIN READ

updates from M13
updates from M13
Lindsey Marlowe

Carter Reum & dot.LA: Investing During Uncertain Times

Hear from M13’s co-founder on the state of venture during these unprecedented times.

1 MIN READ

fundraising
fundraising
Sarah Tomolonius

M13’s Investment Thesis: Emerging Technologies Improving Daily Living

We invest in companies that are building defensible businesses around emerging consumer behaviors.

5 MIN READ

updates from M13
updates from M13
Courtney Reum

Investing in OpenNest Labs: Cannabis as a Force for Positive Change

M13 is excited to invest in OpenNest Labs, a cannabis venture studio dedicated to positive change.

6 MIN READ

investment updates
investment updates
M13 Team

Leading Through Uncertainty

Surviving a downturn requires fiscal responsibility—and a strong leadership team.

2 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Sarah Tomolonius

M13’s Propulsion Model Was Built to Help Execute

The collective experience of M13’s partners is invaluable to startup founders.

2 MIN READ

updates from M13
updates from M13
Marie Sokolovsky, Rita Serrano

Remote Onboarding in Light of COVID-19

Discover how M13 is welcoming new hires who are starting out as remote workers.

2 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Matt Hoffman

Best Practices for Remote Hiring

Upgrade your technology, refine your interview process, actively listen, and more.

2 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Lindsey Marlowe

All-hands on… Zoom? How We’re Handling WFH

From daily stand-ups to team challenges, here's how M13 is adapting to remote work.

2 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Lindsey Marlowe

Managing Your Workforce and Understanding CARES & FFCRA

Legal and HR experts discuss how startups can handle layoffs, furloughs, and other tough decisions.

3 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Lindsey Marlowe

Employee Retention and Engagement in the New World of Work

Here’s why it’s time to prioritize real-time feedback and agile check-ins—and why you should rethink annual reviews for employees.

2 MIN READ

talent & leadership
talent & leadership
Brian Carroll

Understanding the Purpose of the Paycheck Protection Program

Here’s what venture-backed startups should know about this loan program.

2 MIN READ

operations
operations
Gautam Gupta

Investing in ProGuides: Democratizing Esports

M13 is investing in the seed round of ProGuides, an esports platform that helps gamers improve.

2 MIN READ

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investment updates
Latif Peracha, Karl Alomar

Investing in Emerge: Introducing Touch to XR

M13’s lead investment will help grow the platform for multi-sensory extended reality experiences.

2 MIN READ

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investment updates
Karl Alomar, Matt Hoffman

Investing in Bunch: Helping Managers Be the Best They Can Be

M13’s lead investment will help Bunch build an AI-driven learning community for millennial managers.

3 MIN READ

investment updates
investment updates
Christine Choi

Celebrating Women in Tech

Our Los Angeles event drew women working in industries ranging from aerospace to wellness.

1 MIN READ

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updates from M13
Christine Choi, Matt Hoffman

Overheard on Slack: RIP IRL?

Here’s how M13 partners stay connected while shifting to virtual meetings.

3 MIN READ

updates from M13
updates from M13