About Me
Who I am, what I write about, and how to connect.
I've worked in investing, investment banking, big tech, and startups — and I write to make sense of it all. I don’t just discuss those sectors though; I'll cover whatever seems interesting to me!
Why I Write
Writing helps me reflect on what I learn, clarify my thinking, and share ideas in a way that compounds. It’s how I have built knowledge, relationships, and opportunities, and how I expect to continue building them.
Always open to coffee chats with curious people.
What I believe in
- Compare yourself only to your past self.
- Chase excellence in the things that matter to you.
- Stay curious, and open to new ideas.
- You will fail. What matters more is what you do after that.
- Take more risks.
- Be clear about what you know and what you don’t.
- Do what you said you're going to do.
- Be kind to yourself and others, but don't be slack.
- Be selective with who you spend time with.
- Improve your process to make better decisions and get better outcomes.
- The world is mostly noise and not signal, and you are easily fooled by randomness.
How I like to spend my time
- Movement: Ballet, Calisthenics, Dance, Flexibility, Gymnastics, Handbalancing, Weightlifting
- Lifestyle: Art, Chocolate, Community, Food, Wine
Consulting & Advisory
I work with founders, investors, and teams on strategy, growth, and execution. My background spans investing, investment banking, big tech, and startups, experience that helps me bring clarity to complex problems.
I take on consulting opportunities with a well defined scope, where I can add meaningful value and help accelerate outcomes.
Angel Investing
I invest in startups selectively, ideally pre-Series A.
I’m sector-agnostic, but the business model has to make sense. If you’re building something ambitious, I’d love to hear from you.
Contact
The best way to reach me is by email: contact [at] leonlins [dot] com. I’m rarely on social media.