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Steph
@stephinclouds.bsky.social
· Dec 24
a woman says i like a little drama in a yellow shirt
ALT: a woman says i like a little drama in a yellow shirt
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Hey, it’s Steph—think of me as your tech oracle, spilling secrets from my past, present, and maybe future roles. Consider this my safe corner to own my truth and flex my free will. Stick around—I’m kicking things off with my 2025 goals. This isn’t just a vibe; it’s the blueprint.
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So they lied to congress. Didn’t that used to be, um, illegal
March 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
So they lied to congress. Didn’t that used to be, um, illegal
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It doesn’t matter if you’re Republican, Democrat or Independent.
It doesn’t matter if you think the signal chat room debacle is a big deal or not.
This is about whether you’re ok with them blatantly lying to you, lying under oath to Congress, and vilifying anyone who sets the record straight.
It doesn’t matter if you think the signal chat room debacle is a big deal or not.
This is about whether you’re ok with them blatantly lying to you, lying under oath to Congress, and vilifying anyone who sets the record straight.
March 26, 2025 at 2:19 PM
It doesn’t matter if you’re Republican, Democrat or Independent.
It doesn’t matter if you think the signal chat room debacle is a big deal or not.
This is about whether you’re ok with them blatantly lying to you, lying under oath to Congress, and vilifying anyone who sets the record straight.
It doesn’t matter if you think the signal chat room debacle is a big deal or not.
This is about whether you’re ok with them blatantly lying to you, lying under oath to Congress, and vilifying anyone who sets the record straight.
So? Can someone in SF tell point me where to go here? I got silenced on LI and X is 😅🥺🥺, yikes. Can I play here?
March 23, 2025 at 1:06 AM
So? Can someone in SF tell point me where to go here? I got silenced on LI and X is 😅🥺🥺, yikes. Can I play here?
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I didn't think I was capable of feeling any more shame for what America has become.
I was wrong.
I was wrong.
February 28, 2025 at 11:51 PM
I didn't think I was capable of feeling any more shame for what America has become.
I was wrong.
I was wrong.
Test VCs with grunt work (email sigs, webinars). They flake? Eject. Smell narcissistic bullshit? Block & keep building. Fundraising distracts—frauds hate builders who ignore their games. Cash ≠ control. This has nothing to do w the past 3 VCs who did not pass this test.
a close up of a cartoon character 's face with a purple eye
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February 27, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Test VCs with grunt work (email sigs, webinars). They flake? Eject. Smell narcissistic bullshit? Block & keep building. Fundraising distracts—frauds hate builders who ignore their games. Cash ≠ control. This has nothing to do w the past 3 VCs who did not pass this test.
Also, I made a super secret Reddit community for super secret people—if you are in tech, an L6 or higher, find us here: www.reddit.com/r/Offboard/s...
Reddit - Dive into anything
We don't sleep, we scheme! This community is private and only approved members can view and take part in its discussions.
www.reddit.com
February 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Also, I made a super secret Reddit community for super secret people—if you are in tech, an L6 or higher, find us here: www.reddit.com/r/Offboard/s...
One of the realest things I’ve discovered about me, is that it’s v v v hard to give me capital. Even if I fully trust you as a VC, it’s not greed, I just think we can do it without your distractions. Maybe, that’s what I’m learning? VC money is like butterflies w/ the wrong guy.
a cartoon of a horse and a cat with the words what i don t want that money
ALT: a cartoon of a horse and a cat with the words what i don t want that money
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February 21, 2025 at 6:24 PM
One of the realest things I’ve discovered about me, is that it’s v v v hard to give me capital. Even if I fully trust you as a VC, it’s not greed, I just think we can do it without your distractions. Maybe, that’s what I’m learning? VC money is like butterflies w/ the wrong guy.
I’d follow you to hell even if you were wrong
a man wearing a blue shirt with palm trees on it says that 's probably not a good idea
ALT: a man wearing a blue shirt with palm trees on it says that 's probably not a good idea
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February 19, 2025 at 2:57 AM
I’d follow you to hell even if you were wrong
I got a SURPRISE surge of Workday employees asking to connect yesterday. And these aren’t “bottom performers” so um, what’s up??
a cartoon girl is writing in a notebook with the words please dont make me get a job below her
ALT: a cartoon girl is writing in a notebook with the words please dont make me get a job below her
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February 13, 2025 at 4:27 PM
I got a SURPRISE surge of Workday employees asking to connect yesterday. And these aren’t “bottom performers” so um, what’s up??
The Bay’s Icy Plot Twist (Or, When the Fog Grew Teeth and Bit)
Greetings, shivering scribes and sun-deprived souls—
The Bay has swapped its usual *mild existential ennui* for full-blown Shakespearean tragedy.
Greetings, shivering scribes and sun-deprived souls—
The Bay has swapped its usual *mild existential ennui* for full-blown Shakespearean tragedy.
February 13, 2025 at 1:46 AM
The Bay’s Icy Plot Twist (Or, When the Fog Grew Teeth and Bit)
Greetings, shivering scribes and sun-deprived souls—
The Bay has swapped its usual *mild existential ennui* for full-blown Shakespearean tragedy.
Greetings, shivering scribes and sun-deprived souls—
The Bay has swapped its usual *mild existential ennui* for full-blown Shakespearean tragedy.
Friends and fam be like “u ok? Where r u?” Homie, are YOU okay? I’m out here living IRL. If you want to find me come over to LinkedIn 😜. The healthiest thing one can do for their mental wellbeing is delete all social media. Bluesky doesn’t count. Obviously.
a boy with glasses says they don t even know i 'm here
ALT: a boy with glasses says they don t even know i 'm here
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February 12, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Friends and fam be like “u ok? Where r u?” Homie, are YOU okay? I’m out here living IRL. If you want to find me come over to LinkedIn 😜. The healthiest thing one can do for their mental wellbeing is delete all social media. Bluesky doesn’t count. Obviously.
Last week I asked for a wittle bit of capitol. They said “I need to be warmed up” 🤢
This week I went to a mutual and ask for 5 mil 🤓 🏦
What will happen next week 🔮
This week I went to a mutual and ask for 5 mil 🤓 🏦
What will happen next week 🔮
a close up of a girl with red eyes and brown hair
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February 12, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Last week I asked for a wittle bit of capitol. They said “I need to be warmed up” 🤢
This week I went to a mutual and ask for 5 mil 🤓 🏦
What will happen next week 🔮
This week I went to a mutual and ask for 5 mil 🤓 🏦
What will happen next week 🔮
I’ve got to stop getting everyone all *excited* over there on LinkedIn.
February 11, 2025 at 3:11 AM
I’ve got to stop getting everyone all *excited* over there on LinkedIn.
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Never be afraid to write your heart out. To write your ass off. To write until your hands cramp. Because when you look back at the miles of ink behind you you might just have a masterpiece.
February 10, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Never be afraid to write your heart out. To write your ass off. To write until your hands cramp. Because when you look back at the miles of ink behind you you might just have a masterpiece.
“When most people think of tech peacocking, they think of Cybertrucks, ayahuasca and money bags. (Or crypto bags? I don’t know, man.) The reality is far less glamorous. As in any field, many are locked out. Whenever I stopped for even a moment, I was ensnared in a networking conversation.” 🎯
You can smell the desperation at a 2,000-person SF tech party
This week's Fogcutter includes a look at the empty promises of tech networking, plus an art walk through San Francisco's Tenderloin.
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February 10, 2025 at 4:26 PM
“When most people think of tech peacocking, they think of Cybertrucks, ayahuasca and money bags. (Or crypto bags? I don’t know, man.) The reality is far less glamorous. As in any field, many are locked out. Whenever I stopped for even a moment, I was ensnared in a networking conversation.” 🎯
Feeling a bit 🦑 this morning.
February 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Feeling a bit 🦑 this morning.
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New series: JUST 👢 strap!
🚩 Red flag #1: A VC says you're 'not ready' but really means *they’re* broke. They want your talent but can’t afford it unless *insert portfolio co* raises more money. Newsflash: If a VC is the one funding the bets, & they don’t have money, they’re grifters. 💸
🚩 Red flag #1: A VC says you're 'not ready' but really means *they’re* broke. They want your talent but can’t afford it unless *insert portfolio co* raises more money. Newsflash: If a VC is the one funding the bets, & they don’t have money, they’re grifters. 💸
a woman with glasses says you look poor
ALT: a woman with glasses says you look poor
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February 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM
New series: JUST 👢 strap!
🚩 Red flag #1: A VC says you're 'not ready' but really means *they’re* broke. They want your talent but can’t afford it unless *insert portfolio co* raises more money. Newsflash: If a VC is the one funding the bets, & they don’t have money, they’re grifters. 💸
🚩 Red flag #1: A VC says you're 'not ready' but really means *they’re* broke. They want your talent but can’t afford it unless *insert portfolio co* raises more money. Newsflash: If a VC is the one funding the bets, & they don’t have money, they’re grifters. 💸
Happy bday, Blue Sky! 🎉✨ Ty for giving us a safe space to share tips on navigating this chaos. Congrats on an iconic first year—here’s to more vibes, growth, and real talk! 🫶🚀
February 6, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Happy bday, Blue Sky! 🎉✨ Ty for giving us a safe space to share tips on navigating this chaos. Congrats on an iconic first year—here’s to more vibes, growth, and real talk! 🫶🚀
Me: *stretches, and thinks I’ll have a great day*
~2 minutes later
Also me: 🙏
~2 minutes later
Also me: 🙏
February 5, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Me: *stretches, and thinks I’ll have a great day*
~2 minutes later
Also me: 🙏
~2 minutes later
Also me: 🙏
It was a good mail day 📚
February 5, 2025 at 12:13 AM
It was a good mail day 📚
The loop you're in is not a cage, but a classroom
a man in a yellow shirt is standing in front of a white board and says " this lesson is for you "
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February 4, 2025 at 11:33 PM
The loop you're in is not a cage, but a classroom
Female founders need Mama founders—women who’ve scaled the startup mountain and throw ropes back down. For now, I’ll be your big sis in tech: ‘Here’s how I survived $7K mortgages and mansplaining VCs.’ Golden Gate, remind me: stay, build, and *be* that Mama for the next gen. 🌉✨
a woman says romanticised in a video
ALT: a woman says romanticised in a video
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February 4, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Female founders need Mama founders—women who’ve scaled the startup mountain and throw ropes back down. For now, I’ll be your big sis in tech: ‘Here’s how I survived $7K mortgages and mansplaining VCs.’ Golden Gate, remind me: stay, build, and *be* that Mama for the next gen. 🌉✨