Archive - Clapback

Marlene Baquiran: Why I’m joining Encour

A writer, the co-founder of Climate Writers, and formerly a startup operator at Vow and Koala, Marlene has joined Encour as a Senior Associate and Head…

Apr 10 •

October 2024

Will Richards: Why I'm joining Encour

Will is the co-founder of Overnight Success, and was previously the HO Investments at the Regional Investment Network and CEO of Startup Speakers. He…

Oct 6, 2024 •

September 2024

How to clap back when an attack column brands you as a 'ZIRP horror story'

For startup founders, being singled out in an attack column like Rear Window should spark mixed emotions. It signals that you've made it—but also that…

Sep 13, 2024 •

Why did Founder Mode go viral?

How did Paul Graham's essay 'Founder Mode' manage to not only reframe micromanagement, but go viral? By tapping into four principles of effective…

Sep 4, 2024 •

August 2024

Investment Notes: Encour - Why I'm All In

Until last month, I was a Partner at a venture capital fund. In this piece, I explain how I evaluated the decision to build something new, and why I'm…

Aug 18, 2024 •

July 2024

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Jul 28, 2024 •

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