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Private equity is becoming increasingly large, but there are concerns about its impact on society if great companies remain private and inaccessible to public investors.

The art of entrepreneurship involves iterating through failures and successes, requiring a certain personality that thrives in uncertainty.

Finding the right private equity deals involves leveraging networks to identify profitable businesses where founders might want to retire or cash out. These are often successful but not suitable for public offerings.

Private equity requires a focus on risk reduction. Unlike venture investing, where you bet on a few big successes, private equity demands a close examination of potential downsides to ensure deals pay off.

Hiring accomplished CEOs who have had linear career paths can be challenging in startups, as they may struggle with the unpredictability and mental challenges of early-stage ventures.

Switching from venture-backed startups to private equity felt like moving from catching lightning in a bottle to a more stable and rewarding game, focusing on growing already successful businesses.

Owning equity rather than renting out your time is crucial for building wealth. This can be achieved by starting a business or investing.

Private equity allows us to leverage our experience in running companies and investing. We prefer SPVs over large funds, focusing on deals where we can add value without the long timelines of startups.

Daniel Ek's approach to entrepreneurship involves a long-term vision with a focus on daily execution, balancing patience with urgency.