This episode with Balaji Srinivasan (@balajis) was recorded as part of an OnDeck fellowship session. They discuss: - The concept of ikigai and how it can help you plan your next career move. - How to think about when to leave or join a company, and when to start something of your own. - How Balaji generates and validates ideas. - Finding a co-founder and the most important issues to work out before starting a company with them. - The impacts of COVID-19 on different markets. The final deadline for applications for the summer vintage of our Network Catalyst accelerator is June 5th. Learn more and apply today at www.villageglobal.vc/network-catalyst. Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform.  Check us out on the web at villageglobal.vc or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.