In a recent episode of the Wavelength podcast, David Bleznak, co-founder of Draper Goren Blockchain (DGB), offered valuable insights into the world of blockchain investment, entrepreneurship, and the future of technology.
Bleznak, who transitioned from real estate to cryptocurrency after recognizing the potential in Ethereum, shared his journey of self-taught blockchain expertise and founding Totle, a decentralized exchange. He emphasized the importance of adaptability in the fast-paced tech industry, stating, “You have to be fluid… a lot of people get corporate structure and then they get stuck in corporate structure.”
As a co-founder of DGB alongside tech investment legend Tim Draper, Bleznak discussed their focus on early-stage investments in blockchain and software automation startups. “We like to be the first check in to entrepreneurs,” Bleznak explained, highlighting DGB’s commitment to fostering innovation in the tech space.
The podcast delved into the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, with Bleznak candidly sharing, “There’s a lot of sleepless nights of being an entrepreneur.” He stressed the importance of transparency in business operations, noting that “transparency adds productivity it’s multiplicative.”
Offering advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, Bleznak encouraged listeners to “find the problem that you can solve better than anybody else,” leveraging their unique skills and interests.
The discussion concluded with a novel perspective on company culture, with Bleznak comparing a company to a sports team rather than a family. “You can’t fire your family… teammates come and go to teams they leave teams,” he explained, emphasizing the dynamic nature of successful businesses.
This insightful conversation provides valuable guidance for entrepreneurs and investors alike, particularly those interested in the blockchain and tech industries.

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