The Heart of It
The Ten Pillars of Mindful Impact Investing
by Rick Segal
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Pub Date 21 Jan 2025 | Archive Date Not set
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Description
Do good to do well.
This phrase may be overused these days, but Rick Segal, the founder and leader of Rethink Capital Partners, is the ultimate example of its veracity. It is a rare thing to have the opportunity to learn from a person as successful and at the same time as socially impactful as Rick.
This book marries together two often-separate kingdoms: venture capital investors and entrepreneurs looking to improve the lives of even the most vulnerable.
Meet impact investing.
Meet one of its foremost leaders and practitioners.
As Rick says, “Do the wrong thing and there will be payback. Do the right thing and there will be payout.”
In addition to exploring the ten core pillars Rick uses to guide his firm’s operation and his investment decisions, this book also offers up the voices and key insights of several impact founders to illuminate how the entrepreneur/investor relationship should work at its most effective level: with partnership, respect, and all-in collaboration.
This is capitalism at its best, told from the perspective of a person who has made the one thing that matters most: an impact.
Advance Praise
“This book is for anyone interested in doing well and doing good. If you can’t have Rick in your boardroom, you have to read this book and learn how to create value in a way that matters.”
—Arti V. Finn, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Orijin
“Rick speaks with wisdom and humility about the care and feeding of entrepreneurs. Some of his advice might seem intuitively obvious, but in practice, all of it is as uncommon as it is powerful. I once gave a talk to fellow CEOs titled ‘Entrepreneurs are from Mars and VCs are from Uranus.’ An entrepreneur himself, Rick comes from our planet; he gives powerful, ego-free guidance with kindness and wisdom. It’s good to see his approach laid out so clearly.”
—John Katzman, founder and CEO, The Noodle Companies
“Rick Segal writes with heart and gets right to the heart of it. This book is brimming with authenticity and lessons from a lifetime of successful investing. It’s a must read for every smart, intellectually curious investor with a desire for impact.”
—I.D. Aruede, deputy director, Whitney Museum of American Art
Marketing Plan
A new adult nonfiction book that navigates the intersection of venture capitalism and social impact. The author's publicist is pursuing a full PR campaign in support of the book and its author.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9798891383029 |
| PRICE | US$28.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 280 |
Links
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Featured Reviews
Madeline G, Reviewer
This book is a thoughtful, insightful exploration of investing rooted in strong principles that challenge the status quo of venture capital. The author brings a refreshing perspective, emphasizing the importance of moral operations, supporting underrepresented founders, and making investments that create real, lasting impact.
One of the standout aspects of the book is its focus on aligning financial returns with doing good. The chapter on impact investing highlights how supporting visionary ideas—like Tesla in its early days—can change industries and the world. The author’s belief that ethical companies outperform over time is both inspiring and backed by compelling examples. The discussion on the challenges women entrepreneurs face, especially in connecting with investors who may not share their lived experiences, is another highlight. It underscores how broadening perspectives can lead to recognizing and funding truly innovative ideas.
The book offers hope, showcasing a venture firm with an exceptionally low failure rate, driven by a genuine commitment to founders and their missions. It leaves you optimistic about the potential for good investors to make a difference.
