Episode 161: If you are fresh out of college or looking to pivot your career into the startup world, this episode is for you! Natalie is joined by producer, content creator, and podcast host Rachel Braun. Rachel is the producer of one of the top tech podcasts, This Week in Startups, and knows a thing or two about what it takes to gain the attention of investors. Natalie and Rachel discuss what it is really like to work at a venture capital firm and how to stand out if you are looking to break into a new industry. They also share tips to get noticed on Twitter and LinkedIn and how one tweet could land you your dream job, just like it did for Rachel.

Today’s episode dives into:

How to make connections in the venture capital space
The characteristics of a great start up and founder
What to look for in an investor and how to assess the value they may bring to your company
Advice for pivoting industries

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