This Investor Life with Elena

Neuroscience Meets Capital: Meet Our New Co-Host Doctoral Candidate at University of Pennsylvania

Life updates What's next for the pod Private Equity & Interviews Early Stage Startup Investing: How to get started

What to expect in a season of dreaming

mindset scripts helping you overcome self-limiting beliefs, and rewiring your mindset for success. Unlock your fullest potential. Tune in and start your journey to becoming the best version of yourself—

A little personal catch-up Thank you for feedback Forgiving yourself leads to growth season of action your new life will cost you your old one self-care does not equal selfishness

As a former LA resident, putting the word out if you know of someone with minors who needs a place to stay. Friends of friends have purchased hotel blocks to aid those in need for a little bit. reach out to thisinvestorlife on Instagram to be forwarded contact info. - Interviewed by Financial Times - Setting yourself up to thrive as an early stage investor - Boundaries with founders

Mental Wellness Check-in How to set yourself up for success in 2025 I say mental wellness and mental health because I am not a psychologist or other mental health professional Spas, Gratitude, Reviewing where you live, friends & family.

Managing Mindset Do not introduce new topics during times of stress (aka family holiday parties) Rewire your brain, focus on gratitude

Understanding how to cope in seasons of change + waiting & how to identify if you are in a rut. + The 1 thing I do to combat fear and bring more hope into my life that you can implement before you go to sleep

- Growing up on Sand Hill Road - Working with startups - Working with accelerators + incubators helping them transition to VC's - Now working with (last 5 years) Wall Street + amplifying fund managers -The Data proves that fund managers close checks 3-5x faster than conferences and traditional fundraising alone when they are featured in top podcasts, digital media and/or TV - Working with family o...

- Self-Image scripts for all stages of life (college, recently graduated, mid-career, retired) - Discovering YOUR voice & Your Dreams

- Science of Interpersonal Interactions - Neuro-Science -Neuro-Hacking, Bio-hacking -Sleepy time - the importance of Sleep - Creating YOUR own scripts/affirmations - Farmers Markets - Sakara Life - Building a solid foundation first

- Health Challenges - Rest when needed - Persevere - Building a Solid Foundation

I share my top tips for travel. I used to travel 6-8 cities a week at the height of my travel. Learn about... - Hotel hacks & upgrade tips - Spa tips - Safety 101 - Hospitality - Michelin dining

What is sweat equity? Basic tips on vetting a deal

Do you want to survive or Thrive? Friends can help or hurt your physical & mental environment Developing your talents What do you really want in life? What is going to make you the best version of yourself in each arena of your life? Check out episode 5, a 5 min episode on The Art of Cultivating Relationships

When dreams no longer serve you because you have grown and changed, don't be afraid to let go of them and move into something else that does help you become the best version of yourself. Be flexible, move like water, being rigid helps no one.

Dreams Deferred...does it work out? Sometimes...no Sometimes...yes Dreams Deferred due to other people's actions Dreams Deferred due to injury What to do when a dream is taken from you Importance of letting go & forgiving Tribe or Trap (check out this episode) but why its important to not be defined by your friends/mentors dreams for you

How I landed a famous mentor in under 60 seconds Roadmap to creating your mentor network Boundaries around mentors The Ask Why its ok if you hear a no Mentors help you see what's possible, help you in dark times on the way to achieve your dream

- How to talk about money - Stay away from the "baddies" around making money (even jokingly) - Money gives you the opportunities to do what you love & help others

What it is really like to be a member of a (non-profit) social club Membership involvement Membership application processes (Jonathan Club, University Clubs) Club personalities Choosing the right club for you Assess your dreams before joining a social club

Roadmap of how-to join the board at a university Joining a board by nomination Importance of building relationships with current board members in person Donations, donations, donations

The Importance of sending thank you notes in your career Crane & Co (not sponsored- yet!) is the best stationery to get for thank you notes Dedicate 1 pen to writing thank you notes Custom wax stamper (stamptitude - not a sponsor) is where I got mine over six years ago Attitude of Gratitude and building rapport Affirmation to write & recite: I have an attitude of gratitude always

TIL: Our mini episode series (under 15 mins) This mini-episode is on Grouping your friends into 3 different buckets to thrive more fully in your personal and professional relationships

In this episode: - Dreaming - Affirmations & Neuro-Hacking 101 - Touching the dream - Progress over perfection