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title: "#22: The Power of Being a Generalist in a Specialist World - Amanda Hendy"
description: Amanda Hendy is an entrepreneur, investor and former biglaw attorney.
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# [#22: The Power of Being a Generalist in a Specialist World - Amanda Hendy](https://blog.kevinwathey.com/io/22)

 Written by [Kevin Wathey](https://blog.kevinwathey.com/io/author/kevin-wathey) | August 31, 2024

Amanda Hendy is an entrepreneur, investor and former biglaw attorney.

In this episode, expect to learn how to find alignment in your work, why processes aren’t always perks, where Amanda currently sees investment dollars being allocated and more. Including my personal favorite, the single most important requirement to raising money as a founder.

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Time Stamps

[00:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=0s) From Corporate Law to Investing   
[09:42](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=582s) Navigating Career Transitions and Discovering Intentionality   
[18:33](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=1113s) Personal Transformation Through Coaching   
[27:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=1649s) Navigating Career Paths Towards Investing   
[31:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=1890s) Embracing Generalism vs. Specialization   
[38:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=2280s) Embracing Rest and Work Balance   
[49:57](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=2997s) Investing in Impact (Regenerative Agriculture and Entrepreneurs)   
[54:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=3272s) Tips for Re-approaching Investors in the Future   
[01:00:44](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=3644s) Insights on Investing and Venture Capital   
[01:04:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYJtzNO2uH4&t=3870s) Seeking Mentorship Across Different Fields

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