UGBT: Feather City
We're absolutely exhausted and happy in that weird euphoric, tired way. We just got back to the hotel, but I wanted to express what a great night I had in Omaha! It was everything I hoped this tour could be. More details tomorrow.
In case the title of this post confused you, Geoff just said "ugh! feather city!" because he's getting in bed and he's allergic to feathers. But Omaha is sort of feather city too-- in that it's a nice soft, warm place to land!
Seriously-- it reminds me so much of Memphis which is a very very high compliment. AND I sold almost as many books here as I did at the mass party in DC!!
Ok, we've been up since 4 a.m. Bed time.
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Great to hear you speak tonight.
If you want to do something with your tour that will leave a lasting impact on every city...find out a way to get Angel Capital to follow you. In my opinion, that is what Omaha is missing and many other cities may feel the same.
The next thing is tolerance for failure, or support of risk. That also is not as prevalent in other cities as silicon valley.
Spread these two fundamentals of Entrepreneurship and you'll be an ikon forever.
Thanks a bunch!
Posted by: Joe F | July 31, 2008 at 11:18 PM
It was a pleasure hearing you speak last night about the uniqueness of Silicon Valley. You insight was dead on, especially after living there for 10 years. Omaha is very different! I am looking forward to getting back into the high tech game this Fall. Good Luck. S
Posted by: Sylvia F | August 01, 2008 at 05:29 AM
Sarah-
Thank you! The event last night and additional conversations were very poignant. I, along with others, have been reinvigorated to continue moving things forward--all while focusing on how we choose to classify "success".
Would love to have you back again! Best of luck on the rest of the tour.
Again, thanks you and look forward to connecting with you soon!
Jeff
Posted by: Jeff Slobotski | August 01, 2008 at 10:32 AM
Sarah, we enjoyed meeting you, and we are excited to read your book. If it's as entertaining as you are in person, I'm sure we will love it. Good luck with the remaining tour. I'll be sure to post a positive comment on Amazon for you. Come back to Omaha soon.
Posted by: Joe and Susan Bonnett | August 01, 2008 at 10:40 AM