Andy Shannon Blog | Startup operator, investor, and accelerator
Tara and I are just back from another holiday trip to the US, where we split our time between the arctic tundra of Milwaukee (my parents) and the Siberian windstorm of Omaha (Tara’s parents). It’s great seeing family and friends, but exchanging … [Continue reading]
Yesterday was the first weekday this year when I had nothing in my calendar. No meetings, calls, coffees, flights... nothing. It was GLORIOUS!!! Every year I tell myself I'll schedule 1 full day each week with no planned activities so I … [Continue reading]
I recently came across an amazing podcast by the founders of NewStory - a non-profit that is building safe, long-lasting homes for extremely poor families in places like Haiti and El Salvador. It's moving to say the least how NewStory is changing … [Continue reading]
I’ve been transient the past few weeks, starting in the US (beautiful La Jolla, CA), then Italy, Ireland, and Spain, and I’m writing this on my way home from Germany. As I sip my Easyjet tea and snack on some delicious popcorn, I’m … [Continue reading]
Man have I been traveling a lot the last few months. Sure it's tiring, but the energy from meeting awesome people around the world definitely makes up the difference. I recently met two of the coolest Japanese guys ever, Masa and Taka, who invest in … [Continue reading]
Wow the past few months have seriously flown by... so many places to be and so little time. It sure does help my trips are to Istanbul, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Berlin, Dublin, and many other fun cities! Fear not, even though I haven't posted on my … [Continue reading]
Over the span of 30 minutes this morning I was rejected twice. My friends know this isn't a unique experience for me. I’m not ashamed to ask for what I want, and I typically don’t mind being rejected. I get it - avocado can’t be added to every … [Continue reading]
I've been thinking a lot about expectations lately and how much they impact our lives. Expectations are a funny thing. They're rarely front and center in our daily thoughts, but lingering in the subconscious - like an invisible hand guiding our paths … [Continue reading]
As I get older (1) I find myself judging others more harshly... especially during a first conversation. Which is funny, because throughout my life I've prided myself on being open-minded and leaving a positive first impression. Recently with just … [Continue reading]
