Bucks Quote by Ron Conway
“I invest because I love helping entrepreneurs and watching them learn and succeed. In my opinion your motives are driven by self serving factors around ego satisfaction and "making a buck". My motives and values are very different.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TechCrunch Disrupt, 2015
He distinguishes altruistic mentorship from profit‑driven investment, emphasizing purpose over ego.
In simple terms: He invests to help, not just to earn.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize purpose in business.
Themes
entrepreneurship
mentorship
motivation
ethics
ego
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- startup mentorship
- personal values
- financial decisions
- career choices
Key Concepts
values‑driven investing
impact investing
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your professional choices?
- How do you balance profit and purpose?
A Different Perspective
Profit motives can still influence decisions.
