Rob Grazioli

Managing Partner of Bread at Bread

Entrepreneur Leadership Network® Contributor

Rob Grazioli is a Brooklyn-based entrepreneur, designer and developer. Since 2011, he's co-founded companies including Density and Bread, a VC firm and product studio. Rob's passion lies in tackling interesting problems, building impactful products and nurturing talent in early-stage startups.

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More From Rob Grazioli

Marketing

Good Product Design Is More Than Aesthetics — How to Balance Pretty With Practical to Attract More Investors

Here's how startup founders can leverage design thinking to create impactful products, align with customer needs and stand out in competitive markets.

Building a Business

What’s the Best Way to Start a Business? The Answer Isn’t Creating a Flashy Product — It’s This

Avoid the costly pitfalls of overbuilding products too soon and better understand your customers by focusing on your service, not your product.

Building a Business

These Are the 3 Hidden Forces That Shape Startup Success — and How to Embrace Them

Entrepreneurship thrives at the intersection of fragility, momentum and reinvestment. Let's unpack how these forces define the startup journey with lessons on navigating uncertainty, embracing failure and building resilience in the face of risk.

Building a Business

Scaling Your Business? You May Not Want to Hire More People Right Away — Here’s Why.

In a world where rapid hiring is seen as the gold standard for growth, let's explore how small, focused teams can achieve big results through smart strategies, automation and lean operations.

Thought Leaders

How ‘Founder Mode’ Can Actually Fail Your Business — and What You Should Do Instead

Founder mode may seem like the key to success, but it often leads to burnout and poor decision-making. Discover why empowering your team, leading with kindness and letting go of ego create a stronger foundation for long-term success.

Business Operations & Logistics

I Use the 6-Week Sprint Method For Better Product Development — and More. Here’s Why You Need It, Too.

Discover how the six-week sprint model reshapes product development, eliminating backlogs, encouraging rapid iteration and fostering adaptability for startups to thrive in an unpredictable market.

Human Resources

There’s a Growing Demand For This New Type of Professional — Here’s Why Your Startup Needs Them, Too.

As startups evolve, a new breed of talent — the "boulder climber" — is emerging: adaptable professionals who balance strategic vision with hands-on execution. Learn why these versatile hires are redefining success in lean, agile teams.

Business Funding

Venture Capitalists Are Pickier About What They Invest In — Here’s How That Actually Benefits Startups

While hefty funding rounds often equate to success, a growing trend shows that leaner investments foster stronger, more resilient startups, prioritizing innovation over hype and creating sustainable growth.

Building a Business

Don’t Be Fooled By Overnight Success Stories — Building a Business Takes More Time Than You Think. Here’s How to Play the Long Game.

Building a great, sustainable business takes time — sometimes even years. These long timelines can be demotivating, but there are ways to maintain motivation and momentum for the long haul.

Business Accounting

I Was a Founder Before I Became an Investor — Here’s How It Shaped My Investment Strategy

Former founders are reshaping venture capital and startup consulting, offering unique operational insights and hands-on support. This shift towards founder-led investment and mentorship is creating a more supportive ecosystem for early-stage entrepreneurs.

Building a Business

How Saying ‘Yes’ to Every Opportunity Helped My Startup Make $1 Million in the First Year

The conventional wisdom for entrepreneurs to say "no" to opportunities can be counterproductive early on. Embracing "yes" can lead to discovering your strengths, finding valuable collaborators and identifying your business niche — ultimately earning you the privilege to say "no" later.

Building a Business

3 Overlooked, Everyday Solutions That Actually Drive Long-Term Success

Success in business often comes from mastering the mundane, daily processes. Discover how "boring magic" — the unglamorous but essential elements — can drive long-term growth and stability for startups.

Thought Leaders

You Don’t Need All the Right Answers to Lead Through a Crisis — But You Do Need to Learn These 3 Lessons

Navigating business crises requires swift action and adaptable leadership. Learn how to make tough decisions, empower your team and lead by example through challenging times.

Rob Grazioli

More From Rob Grazioli

Good Product Design Is More Than Aesthetics — How to Balance Pretty With Practical to Attract More Investors

What’s the Best Way to Start a Business? The Answer Isn’t Creating a Flashy Product — It’s This

These Are the 3 Hidden Forces That Shape Startup Success — and How to Embrace Them

Scaling Your Business? You May Not Want to Hire More People Right Away — Here’s Why.

How ‘Founder Mode’ Can Actually Fail Your Business — and What You Should Do Instead

I Use the 6-Week Sprint Method For Better Product Development — and More. Here’s Why You Need It, Too.

There’s a Growing Demand For This New Type of Professional — Here’s Why Your Startup Needs Them, Too.

Venture Capitalists Are Pickier About What They Invest In — Here’s How That Actually Benefits Startups

Don’t Be Fooled By Overnight Success Stories — Building a Business Takes More Time Than You Think. Here’s How to Play the Long Game.

I Was a Founder Before I Became an Investor — Here’s How It Shaped My Investment Strategy

How Saying ‘Yes’ to Every Opportunity Helped My Startup Make $1 Million in the First Year

3 Overlooked, Everyday Solutions That Actually Drive Long-Term Success

You Don’t Need All the Right Answers to Lead Through a Crisis — But You Do Need to Learn These 3 Lessons

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