Episode Synopsis "Episode 3: Salo Srendi - An entrepreneur's view on impact"

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:To discuss impactful advice for a fulfilling career journey, Halo co-founder Jason Barsema welcomes experienced leader and entrepreneur, Salo Sredni to the Stay Invested Podcast.We learn about Salo’s diverse experience in business, entrepreneurship, and his more recent foray into venture capital. Salo also shares a key concept he learned from his accounting background when it comes to understanding how businesses function, grow and scale.We also hear how investment diversification may not work all the time, but it's the only thing that ever works. As former Chairman and CEO of TradeStation, which was acquired during his tenure by Japanese company Monex, he describes being one of the only non-Japanese speakers on the board.Salo also tells us about the unique international work cultures, and being fortunate to collaborate with talented people across the globe. Capping a 20-year association with TradeStation and Monex he tells of how the company built and provided an investing platform that leveled the playing field for main street investors in the early 2000s when there were few tools available in the market.Lastly, Salo and Jason touch on advice for young entrepreneurs. From running a company and creating a positive culture, being passionate to do the hard work others aren’t willing to do makes a difference. He also reminds us that when pitching to VC investors, being yourself and curious are key traits that could determine success.Be sure to listen to the full episode for more insights and examples of how the most impactful companies solve a significant problem for customers!

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