I'm very excited to see this youth entrepreneur program launch. One of the biggest constraints for young people is access. Programs like this help give students a real shot at building something meaningful in their own communities.

While I’d love everyone to read every word, I know that’s a lot to ask. The good news is you don’t need to. The core idea can stand on its own. The title is the framework. If it resonates, you have the essence. If you want the full context, you have the rest of the book.

I joined Matei Zatreanu to talk about 'Strong Floor, No Ceiling' and the thinking behind it. I'm very grateful to the System2 team for having me. You can watch the full episode here: youtube.com/watch?v=tK34H9tx7dY&feature=youtu.be

Decisions typically can’t be made with 95% certainty. If you wait for that, you spend most of your time waiting. Thanks to Josuard Gonzales for the question.

Thanks to Josuard Gonzales for having me on The Power House. We had a great conversation covering leadership, public service, entrepreneurship, and making decisions with less than perfect information.

Recent housing data shows the typical American family now needs 34% of their income to afford a median home. HUD considers households 'cost-burdened' once housing exceeds 30%. In other words, even the median family is now officially stretched.

One of the most powerful ways to change the future is to invest in people early. That’s the idea behind the Resolution Project. This partnership with the Kaizen Foundation helps us expand globally by providing seed funding, mentorship, and long-term support in more countries.

Grateful for the chance to join Adam Torres on Mission Matters. If you care about affordability, education, healthcare, safety, and upward mobility, take a listen. 🔊https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EDjzoWm5BioGNV6qNg83U?si=A3d5hWgDTomfs0RoJTi7kw&nd=1&dlsi=0abd8ec31ec2454c

Senator Chris Coons recently laid out a policy vision centered on opportunity, security, and justice. Too many Americans feel instability in their finances and their future. I was also thrilled to see him refer to #strongfloornoceiling - I think he's right! Thank you Senator!

Nearly 15,000 NYC nurses on strike: I don't know enough to suggest who is right, BUT what I know is that health workers across the country - nurses critically among them - are underpaid, overstressed, vital workers that our economy undervalues tragically.

For far too many, the American Dream is out of reach. But we can rebuild trust and an economy that works for everyone. Americans deserve a strong floor — healthcare, housing, good jobs. And no ceiling — if you work hard and play by the rules, your success shouldn’t be capped.

This only works if people are willing to talk about it. Not to agree on everything, but to have a shared language and a starting point. That’s how ideas move from pages to policy.

Proud to be involved with the Resolution Project and to see George Tsiatis selected for Impact 100 by The Trium Group. Executive coaching and leadership development strengthen how an organization operates as it grows. Well deserved.

Four months as an Amazon bestseller. Grateful to everyone who’s read Strong Floor, No Ceiling, shared it, and engaged. This shows that--despite the righteous anger and despair so many feel--there is still hope for actionable, positive plans for our country.

A strong floor isn’t about equal outcomes or giving things away. It’s about making an investment in our society of affordability, healthcare, education, jobs, housing, and justice. This is a foundation that no one falls below, and on which everyone can stand on to strive. #StrongFloorNoCeiling

I joined John Avlon on How to Fix It to talk about the American Dream. A lot of Americans feel stuck. Confidence in the system has faded, and debates have turned into identity fights. We get into healthcare costs, grid modernization, housing, and why “no ceiling” doesn’t mean “no rules.”

I often sound a note of caution about AI (especially unregulated, chaotic deployment of this powerful tech), but I continue to think that-perhaps more so than ever-like any super technology there is potential for good and bad. #AI will likely be a gamechanger for #smallbusinesses and #entrepreneurs.

Dare to Be Reasonable. @oliverlibby.bsky.social joined Bradley Tusk on Firewall to talk Strong Floor, No Ceiling and why radical moderation can rebuild the American Dream. Opportunity for all. No limits on ambition. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/d...

Deepfakes have quietly crossed a line that should concern anyone building, funding, or governing technology. When synthetic media becomes indistinguishable from reality at scale, trust itself becomes the scarce resource. Markets rely on it. Democracies rely on it. #Deepfakes

In a time of headwinds for responsible investing, the truth is-regardless of politics or causes-the next generation of wealthholders want to align their investing with their values. And despite recent arguments, it is absolutely possible generate market returns with a responsible portfolio.

Impact investing sparks measurable change, often in places the market overlooks. This works when we treat social returns with the same rigor we treat financial returns. That discipline is how we make investments that matter for people and for sustainable value creation. #VentureCapital

The rules for startups have changed. For founders, it’s a call to play differently. It’s no longer enough to have a great product. Success means finding angles, building defensible moats, and moving at the speed and agility that these giants can’t replicate. #Startups #VentureCapital #TechStrategy

Every platform that hosts young users carries a responsibility: to detect harmful behavior and give parents and guardians tools they can trust. I don't believe that technology is inherently bad. But without ethics and oversight, it can empower predators as much as it empowers progress. #TechEthics

In just three years since ChatGPT launched, we’ve seen new strategies emerge at a pace unlike anything before. Building with speed matters, but so does building with an eye on real-world impact. The startups that will see success are the ones that combine technology with execution. \#VentureCapital

At H/L Ventures, we're actively engaged. By rolling up our sleeves alongside founders, we build the kind of trust that lasts long after a funding round closes. Supporting founders through the full spectrum of growth is how we make both the mission and the business stronger. #FounderSupport

Thank you @pkcapitol.bsky.social for sharing this great story about #StrongFloorNoCeiling!

Meet the author who coined a 4-word rejoinder to MAGA that’s embraced by @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social “There’s something unifying when we are asked to do something together, and building a strong floor, no ceiling is just like that,” Oliver Libby tells me. He’s not a consultant or pollster. ….

…. Jeffries: “Strong floor & no ceiling. That’s what we believe in as Democrats. That when you work hard and play by the rules in the United States of America, there should be no ceiling to the success that you can achieve.” Read about @oliverlibby.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Check this out for the quick core argument behind #StrongFloorNoCeiling!

Unlike traditional ESG, impact investing creates positive outcomes for people and the planet while generating financial returns. At H/L Ventures, we’ve seen firsthand how founders and investors can align good values and strong integrity with market performance. #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital

Founders spend too long explaining the problem and not enough time showing the solution. At H/L Ventures, we decide quickly if a problem is worth solving. What matters is how clearly you can show execution, differentiation, and business fundamentals. #Startups #VC

This research is a reminder of responsibility. The promise of AI-assisted mental health support is clear, but the risks are equally profound when these systems operate without embedded ethical frameworks. Alignment with human ethics must be designed into new technology from the start. #AIEthics

Thrilled to be featured in Tech:NYC’s VC Spotlight! The piece traces my non-traditional path into venture capital. From growing up surrounded by science and service to eventually building H/L Ventures with a focus on founder support and social impact. #SocialImpact

It’s official! #StrongFloorNoCeiling launches today. We chose Veterans day because service means something: believing in something bigger than yourself. That’s what this book is about. Shared responsibility and a stronger foundation for all of us. www.amazon.com/Strong-Floor...

The line between real and rendered is blurring faster than ever. From virtual models on runways to deepfake spokespeople, synthetic influencers are becoming a force in marketing. The question for leaders AND regulators: how do you harness this tech without eroding trust? @FastCompany #Deepfakes

So excited to launch Strong Floor, No Ceiling next week, on Amazon and any book retailer you like! Let’s reignite the #AmericanDream from the #RadicalCenter and build a Strong Floor and No Ceiling for our country!! 7 years in the making and coming to you on Tuesday!

Today is Election Day. In my new book Strong Floor, No Ceiling, I write about how shared responsibility creates lasting prosperity. Vote. Be heard. And when you do, remember how the choices we make now ripple into the future we’re building together. #ElectionDay #StrongFloorNoCeiling

By using qubits to process multiple possibilities at once, quantum computing promises breakthroughs in drug discovery, finance, and cybersecurity. Entrepreneurs are exploring this new technology. Those who build an early understanding will shape future innovation. @FastCompany #Data

At Resolution, we don’t use the word mentor. We’re GUIDES. I like to think of it as walking side-by-side. I’ve built businesses, but our Fellows constantly show me new paths. Partnership transcends hierarchy. That’s where real learning happens. #ResolutionProject

As António Guterres asked at the UN General Assembly: “What kind of world do we choose to build together?” Entrepreneurs can answer that by building businesses for good, tackling root problems, creating shared prosperity, and protecting communities and the planet. The time to act is now. #Impact

I grew up surrounded by teachers. And it is clear to me that education lights the way. It drives mobility and democracy itself. Yet America is falling behind. I discuss the future of US education policy in my new book, Strong Floor, No Ceiling (out 11/11). www.strongfloornoceiling.us #BookLaunch

My grandfather taught me Per aspera ad astra (through hardship to the stars). Setbacks are part of the journey. What matters is how you handle them. As a leader, I hold responsibilities to my team, those who believe in me, and to myself. Know when it’s check, not checkmate. #PerAsperaAdAstra