In this insightful episode of Unmapped, Mike and Jock delve into resilience, self-belief, the intense personal journey of an all-in entrepreneur and Jock's new project, Community VC. Jock discusses his philosophy of integrating work with life and his unshakable internal motivation, sharing personal stories of overcoming adversity and rebuilding confidence over six years. We explore the innovative model of Community VC, which focuses on collaborative due diligence and advisor support for early-stage startups. Jock also talks about his commitment to helping overlooked 'diamonds in the rough,' the importance of diversity and long-term support, and his strategies for staying grounded amid challenges. The episode concludes with Jock's vision for the future, his approach to investing, and his unwavering dedication to fostering successful founders and impactful businesses globally. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:25 Work Ethic and Internal Motivation 02:59 Community VC and Personal Philosophy 05:13 Daily Routine and Self-Awareness 10:22 Creativity and Analytical Thinking 14:06 Failures and Lessons Learned 27:59 Rebuilding Confidence and Incremental Growth 42:51 The Journey to Community VC 47:31 The Open Due Diligence Experiment 49:48 Revolutionizing Early Stage Engagement 01:16:46 Personal Reflections and Future Vision 01:26:40 Final Thoughts