Spencer Yang shares his journey from co-founding multiple startups to becoming a venture builder and investor. We dive into his early struggles, growing up in an immigrant family, feeling outcasted in school, and finding his tribe in computer games and basketball. These experiences shaped his entrepreneurial mindset and relentless drive.

It was fascinating to understand how Spencer treats life as a series of experiments, taking calculated risks, and embracing failure, helped him transition from startups to corporate roles to angel investing. Most notably, his big break when his previous company was acquired for a reported $400M by the largest crypto exchange. He credits much of his success to serendipitous meetups—what he calls “luck”—while showing us how we can make our own luck by staying open to opportunities.

This episode is packed with insights on navigating challenges, identifying emerging trends, and building a fulfilling career. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or simply seeking inspiration, this conversation offers actionable lessons for success.