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From Speed Dating with Investors to Finding Alignment with OpenView
This chapter explores the speaker's unconventional entry into investment, starting with a secretive competition with Amazon. They share their traumatic experience with their first VC meeting and initial reluctance to interact with VCs, but eventually realize their value as partners. The chapter also discusses Ashken's experience meeting different VCs and finding alignment with OpenView, emphasizing the importance of a VC who truly cares about the company's mission.