Daybreak Dialogues | Rex Woodbury (Daybreak)

What is the new generation up to? Tune in as we invite Rex
Woodbury, founder of Daybreak and the mind behind Digital Native,
a digital newsletter with over 60,000 subscribers. From investing
at TPG and Index Ventures to creating his venture fund, Daybreak,
Rex brings a wealth of knowledge and advice to anyone looking to
break into VC. Join us as we explore the founding rationale
behind Daybreak, emerging trends in Gen Z, and how Rex held a
record for the fastest half-marathon in a suit!





Chapter Timestamps:





(00:00) Background and Introduction to Rex


(06:04) Digital Native and Serendipity


(13:44) Writing Process


(15:03) Shift in Work Economies


(18:33) Behavior Shifts in Gen-Z


(24:20) Starting Daybreak


(32:25) Founder Traits


(35:30) Seeking Mentorship


(37:20) Half-Marathon in a Suit


(41:00) Ikigai and Curiosity