Give First, Brad Feld
Give First, Brad Feld
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Give First
The Power of Mentorship

Author: Brad Feld

Narrator: Brad Feld

Unabridged: 3 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ascent Audio

Published: 12/02/2025

Synopsis

What if the real key to building a lasting startup community isn't capital or connections—but mentorship without strings attached? Renowned entrepreneur and investor Brad Feld shares his decades of experience and expertise in developing and refining the art of mentorship through the philosophy of Give First.The Give First philosophy encourages individuals to give their time, resources, and expertise to others without expectation of immediate return. It goes beyond the "Pay it Forward" mentality, showing you how to adopt a continuous, optimistic, and empathetic mindset in your professional life. It reinforces positive feedback loops that impact not only individuals but also entire communities. In this book you'll discover how Give First can help you create a vibrant startup community by breaking free from a transactional mindset and becoming an extraordinary mentor.Whether you are just starting your professional journey or well into it, Give First is a must-listen for anyone looking to develop their mentorship skills and build meaningful connections. With practical tips, real-life examples, and insightful reflections, this book will guide you through the journey of becoming an extraordinary mentor who can inspire, challenge, and empower. Get ready to transform yourself and those around you.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sarah on August 01, 2025

Book Review: Give First: The Power of Mentorship by Brad Feld Rating: 4.8/5 Brad Feld’s Give First is a compelling manifesto on mentorship that transcends the transactional norms of professional networking. Drawing from his 35+ years as an investor and Techstars co-founder, Feld reframes mentorship as......more

Goodreads review by Tej on May 29, 2025

I recently had the privilege of reading this book ahead of its upcoming release and am impressed by its breadth, candor, and succinctness of a core message. Communities, ecosystems, and individuals grow when unencumbered by transactional boundaries, nurtured by genuine love and care, and tapping int......more

Goodreads review by Lloyd on July 31, 2025

I didn't connect too much with this book. I was expecting a framework, or at least case studies, about mentor - mentee relatioships. My expectations really come from thinking mentorship could be much more impactful than it ever has beeen because of the coordination abilities of the internet, but the......more

Goodreads review by Ava on September 01, 2025

"They can't kill you and they can't eat you" is a great reminder as an early stage founder. As soon as I saw that quote in the first few pages, I paused reading and did a quick google search on Brad’s mentor, Len. This book was most certainly an awesome vessel for perpetuating Len's philosophy to yo......more

Goodreads review by Marian on June 11, 2025

I just finished Give First by Brad Feld, and it might be the most quietly transformative business book I’ve read in a long time. It’s about mentorship, yes, but really it’s about how we show up in the world. As founders. As leaders. As people. The core idea is deceptively simple: give first. Not in a......more

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