What it Takes to be a Funder in 2025

In this segment of "Time We Discuss" we look at what it's like to be a funder. If you've never heard of a funder and have no idea where to start, you certainly picked the right place.Ever wondered what a day in the life of a funder looks like? In this video, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the daily job as a funder. From managing investments to making crucial financial decisions, I'm taking you through the daily routine and sharing the experiences of my guest. If you're interested in the world of finance or want to learn more about the life of a funder, this video is for you!=================================================================Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:34 - What is a funder?2:09 - Are you at the local government level or higher?4:33 - Typical responsibilities of a funder.5:29 - Are you stuck at a desk all day as a funder?6:44 - Funders and accountability of funds.9:18 - Shortcomings of private school education.10:26 - Education needed to be a funder.16:30 - What's it like taking a chance on other people?22:27 - How to get started as a funder career.27:06 - Talent has the floor.28:08 - Outro=================================================================Guest Information:Joel McKayJoel McKay's WebsiteAlso Mentioned in This Episode:How to Become a Publicist in 2024 and What Does a Publicist Do?How to Become an Equity AnalystSenior ManagerFreelance Book Editor - How to Turn Your Passion Into a Career =================================================================Time We Discuss Links:Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: Time We Discuss on BlueskyInstagram: Time We Discuss on InstagramThreads: Time We Discuss on Threads