Rob and David engage with Jesse Marble, entrepreneur and General Partner at Wildwood Ventures. Jesse shares his thoughts on the nature of challenges, stating that hard tasks don't necessarily indicate you're in the wrong situation.

The team discusses the intersection of leadership, faith, and culture. Jesse details his unique approach to venture capital that emphasizes human-centered relationships and holistic support for founders. He also highlights the importance of being present and still in both professional and personal realms. The conversation touches on the purpose of investing in businesses that promote human flourishing, including mental and physical health, underscoring the value of perseverance and vulnerability in leadership.

00:00  Introduction: Embracing Challenges

00:32  Welcome to the 11 Ten Leadership Podcast

00:40  Meet the Hosts: Rob Shields and David Spickard

00:49  Proverbs 11:10 : A Vision for Leadership

01:19  Casual Banter: Setting the Scene

02:09  Excitement for Today's Guest

02:35  Introducing Jesse Marble

03:37  Jesse Marble's Background and Ventures

06:19  The Venture Capital Space

10:35  Philosophy of Leadership

11:57  The Importance of Warmth in Leadership

17:00  The Role of Vulnerability and Failure

17:55  Jesse Marble's Journey with Failure

19:21  Fundraising and Resilience

20:42  Big Ideas Attract Big Talent

21:37  Thrive Assessment from 11 Ten Leadership

22:16  Introduction to Leadership Support

22:34  Jesse's Journey with Wildwood Ventures

23:09  Wildwood's Unique Approach to Venture Capital

25:44  Human-Centered Relationships in Venture Capital

28:08  Wildwood's Hands-On Model

31:23  Advice for Founders and Leaders

37:30  Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights

42:47  Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources

• Wildwood Ventures
• The School of Life YouTube channel
• Free Solo movie
• Grit by Dr. Angela Duckworth
• The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer