Modern Wisdom #409 - Andrew Chen - An Angel Investor's Secrets For Rapid Growth
Dec 11, 2021
In this chat, Andrew Chen, a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and a key player in the growth of companies like Uber and Clubhouse, shares secrets to rapid business growth. He humorously connects running college parties to launching a dating app. Listeners will learn the critical distinctions between audience building and growth, the danger of focusing on vanity metrics, and common pitfalls that startups face. He also explores how Web3 is reshaping ownership and engagement strategies, making this a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Investor Skillset
- Writing clarifies thinking and helps identify successful startups.
- It also boosts an investor's profile, attracting more startups.
Matthew Principle in Investing
- High-profile investors attract more startups due to their perceived success.
- Social media presence is increasingly important for investors.
Network Effects and Google+
- Google+ failed despite large user numbers because users weren't densely connected.
- Network effects make products more valuable with more connected users.
