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Larry Chiang is a venture capitalist at Fund of Founders, known for his eclectic, often quirky advice shared on X (formerly Twitter). Drawing from his posts, he blends insights on entrepreneurship, sales, credit building, cryptocurrency, mentoring, and even unconventional health hacks. His style is motivational, emphasizing effort over passion, turning haters into fans, and using baseball analogies (he’s a big Stanford Baseball fan). Below, I’ll break down key tips from his recent activity, categorized for clarity.
### Financial Tips
Chiang often frames advice as “**This is Financial Advice**” and focuses on smart budgeting, credit, and turning expenses into revenue streams.
– Budget by treating potential expenses as revenue producers rather than money sinks. For example, reframe dating costs (like dinners or flights) so they generate income, or turn housing and events (e.g., SXSW) into paid opportunities. Aim for 5% efficiency in categories like books by becoming cash-flow positive through collaborations.<grok:render card_id=”fc4fe2″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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– Monitor credit trends closely: Approval rates are rising (up 70 bps), loan terms are lengthening (72+ months up 80 bps), and down payments are dropping (down 40 bps). This could help qualify more buyers but carries risks with high car prices.
– Understand credit scoring nuances, like “credit scrolling scoring” and FICO 5, to pump accuracy and avoid pitfalls in data distribution.
– In hyperinflation scenarios (e.g., 1920s Weimar Republic), even gold owners went bankrupt multiple times—implying the need for disciplined spending control, especially in crypto holdings where only 5% of Bitcoin owners manage it well.
– Use tools like JIM for instant payments to “cut hair, not your profits,” and explore BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) via companies like Affirm, Afterpay, and Klarna, but be cautious of “collateralized burrito obligations.”
Health and Lifestyle Tips
His tips often veer into quirky, practical hacks for well-being, tied to financial or entrepreneurial mindsets.
– Freeze sliced bread to lower its glycemic index spike, which helps counter endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome—calling himself the “#VaginaWhisperer” for this advice.
– Rinse hair with apple cider vinegar for growth and a healthy scalp (advice shared with baseball players like Kris Bubic).
– Practice Nadi Shodhana breathing for deviated septum issues, as detailed on page 43 of his implied “book” or system.
– Maintain discipline in high-value environments: At Bitcoin parties, note the absence of distractions like “prosts, call girls, and hookers” to stay focused (#ch2, #ch13).
Mentoring and Personal Development Advice
Chiang heavily promotes mentoring dynamics, often reversing roles (e.g., claiming baseball players mentor him) and using hashtags like #ch5 (his “chapter” on mentorship in #WTDTYASBS) and #MMPPI (Mentor Mentions Per Press Interview).
– Promote mentors publicly: When earning big (e.g., $200M vs. a coach’s $2M), mention them in interviews to enter “FLOW mode” and build goodwill—similar to Jeremy Lin’s shoutouts.
– Seek advice from underrated talents: If drafted late (like Trevor Haskins), channel frustration into teaching others topics like clutch hitting or Bitcoin confidence.
– Reverse mentor-mentee roles: Claim high-profile mentees like Tom Brady (#ch5), and ask for guidance from figures like Kyle Stowers on baseball or life hacks.
– Give advice freely, even in unexpected areas: Coach gay individuals on embracing identity (like consulting firms mentor execs), or network with alumni (e.g., FIT grads at NYFW) for events.
– Turn criticism into empowerment: Ask athletes for tips instead of negativity (e.g., “how do you oppo taco so well?”), and view haters as “fans with the sign switched.”
Startup, Sales, and Entrepreneurship Insights
As a “startup sage,” he differentiates business concepts and uses Stanford/Y Combinator references.
– Don’t confuse marketing and sales: Stanford and YC treat them interchangeably, but distribution ≠ sales. He’s the “#1 Institution of Silicon Valley, Annexer of Austin.”
– Turn events into revenue: For SXSW, aim for royalties on “day -2” via #23DaysOfOpenAIAtSXSW.
– Ask smart, empowering questions to drive profitability (#CS183PQRST).
– Use analogies for growth: Like baseball’s “born on third base,” emphasize effort and walking bases patiently.
– Innovate in niches: Coin terms like “web3, web4, web5” at events, or create open-source NIL deals (e.g., $STRF as “Larry The Starfish”).
Crypto and Investment Tips
Chiang is bullish on Bitcoin, often tying it to budgeting and long-term holding.
– Hold Bitcoin long-term: If you’ve held 6.15+ BTC for 7+ years and remain single, you’re in a strong position—implying patience pays off.
– Turn crypto into assets: Reference massive market caps (e.g., $429B as “probably nothing”) and avoid spending pitfalls (#PRPRPI).
– Corporate adoption: Push #BitcoinForCorporations (#BFC, #LABCS1459) and note government holdings (e.g., 2M BTC) as comparable to high-stakes debt deals.<grok:render card_id=”ae0444″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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– Slay in meme investments: Add fun elements like stuffed animals to $GNS, or rock $MSTR, $STRC, etc., with star power.<grok:render card_id=”ed2ed8″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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– Avoid “shitcoin” traps: Use #ShitCoinStandard for turnarounds, but watch for issues like mNav and Torque disruptions (#Cha19-#cha33, #cha34).<grok:render card_id=”6344e2″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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Chiang’s tips are prolific and interconnected, often laced with humor, hashtags (e.g., #ch2 for health, #ch13 for finance), and calls to text him for more (650-283-8008). His philosophy: Effort trumps passion, kindness defeats haters, and once you see opportunities, you can’t unsee them.<grok:render card_id=”33e8b1″ card_type=”citation_card” type=”render_inline_citation”>
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</grok:render> For deeper dives, follow X.com/LarryChiang or search his threads on specific topics like #MMPPI.
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Author of #WTDTYASBS a NY Times Bestseller released 09-09-09 at #NYFW on a runway under the tents
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52 Cards. Two Jokers. What They DO Teach You at Stanford Engineering
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Emergency swings and cutting deals as an 9 year old
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