
E35: “Angel” Podcast: Sarah Tavel, Partner at Benchmark shares insights on getting recruited by Peter Fenton, disrupting VC gender norms from the inside, transitioning from operator to investor & more
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Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Venture Capital
This chapter explores the contrasting emotional experiences between operators and venture capitalists, emphasizing the unique stressors faced by each role. It recounts personal investment stories, particularly focusing on Pinterest's journey and the challenges in securing funding for innovative ideas. The discussion highlights the importance of gender representation in venture capital and the implications of advertising practices on user engagement.
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