Several trends are converging in striking ways across the entrepreneurial world in the United States. Venture capitalists continue to move into the domain of private equity, and PE firms are showing growing interest in the types of companies search fund buyers typically target. Meanwhile, AI continues to create both real opportunities and unsettling disruptions in the corporate sector.
On top of these shifts, we’re also witnessing the effects of government purges, which have left many talented professionals suddenly figuring out their next steps. For those caught in these crosscurrents, the landscape can feel less like a Blue Ocean of endless opportunity—and more like a box with the sides closing in.
That’s why I chose Anaïs Nin’s quote for this month. Sometimes, a period of transition gives us the kind of soil where holding onto the familiar feels riskier than taking a chance to grow into something new.
That’s the spirit behind our monthly Launch Your Journey sessions: candid, practical conversations for those exploring entrepreneurship, whether you’re considering starting or acquiring a business. For those seeking deeper guidance, the EtA Launch Hub offers training, support, and community—so you can test new soil, plant new roots, and grow.
If you—or someone you know—is facing an unexpected transition, please reach out. If I can’t help, I bet someone in my network can.
Warm regards,
Karen
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