“December used to be very difficult for me. For many years, I fought th...” — Brad Feld Quote

“December used to be very difficult for me. For many years, I fought the transition to the new year, was generally exhausted at the end of the year, and just wanted to hide. I described myself as a 'cranky Jewish kid who felt left out by Christmas.'”

“I can't tell you the number of people who pitched something and have no idea whom they are pitching it to. They don't know the background of the investor.”

“When I was in my mid-20s, running a successful company and clinically depressed, I was afraid to talk to anyone other than my psychiatrist about it. I was ashamed that I was even seeing a psychiatrist.”

“Christians get trees. Jews get bushes. To stay in good standing with the Tribe, you've got to refer to a Christmas tree as a Hanukkah bush.”

“Every gift which is given, even though it be small, is in reality great, if it is given with affection.”

“My grandmother was a church organist, but we only went on Easter and Christmas Eve sometimes.”