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20VC: Why Small Markets are Better Than Big Markets, The Biggest Delusion of Early Stage VC, Why AI Investing is like a Horserace and Why The Most Ambitious Companies Growing the Fastest are not the Best Investments with Adam Fisher, Partner @ Bessemer

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

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Hiring for Culture Fit and Strategic Valuation

This chapter explores the candidate interview process, emphasizing the significance of understanding personality and fit within a company's culture over traditional qualifications. It also addresses challenges related to inflated valuations in startups, discussing the risks of raising excessive funds and the need for realistic growth expectations, especially in early-stage investments. The speakers highlight the unique dynamics of leadership in entrepreneurship and venture capital, showcasing how self-awareness and strategic thinking influence successful hiring and investment decisions.

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