This Week in Startups

Mastering Venture Capital and Founder Strategies with Rory O’Driscoll and Mark Suster

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May 29, 2024
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Rory O’Driscoll
Rory O’Driscoll, a seasoned venture capitalist at Scale Venture Partners with three decades of experience, joins Mark Suster to share invaluable insights. They discuss strategies for founders who are gaining traction but not fully booming. The conversation highlights the impact of three decades of internet cycles on venture capital and the delicate balance between immediate traction and long-term strategy. O’Driscoll emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making and aligning incentives between founders and investors for sustainable growth.
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ADVICE

Grow Fast or Steady State?

  • Founders with traction but not booming face a choice: grow fast or become cash-flow break-even.
  • Assess your likelihood of reacceleration before deciding, as slowing down can hinder future funding.
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Founder Gut Check

  • Evaluate your passion and commitment before deciding on a path.
  • VCs will understand if you decide to move on, especially if done honorably.
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Selfish CEOs

  • CEOs should prioritize their own incentives.
  • VCs should ensure alignment, but founders shouldn't shoulder undue burden.
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