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What I learnt: I mastered an Olympic sport and I pass the lessons to founders - The Times

2/12/2025

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Sport has always been an important part of my life while backing over 100 founders at Oxford Capital. I recently had the opportunity to chat with Richard Tyler Editor, Entrepreneur Network at The Times and reflect on what I have learned about building businesses from competing and coaching in Modern Pentathlon.

5 key reflections
⚡ Manage your energy rather than your time
🔎 Curiosity is important to both entrepreneurs and athletes
🤓 Perfect is the enemy of good
⛽ Passion is important - it is your long term fuel
🏋 Discipline is an essential habit

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    Co-founder of Oxford Capital Partners. Husband, father, adventurer and polar marathon runner. Represent Great Britain at master level in Modern Pentathlon.
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