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Super Angel #268: Angel investing insights with Paul Forster: Founder of Indeed.com and investor with +90 portfolio companies.

Jan 9, 2024
Listen to Tom Wilson and Anthony Danon as they talk to Paul Forster, co-founder of Indeed.com and active angel investor, about early stage investing, investing in UK-based companies, finding the balance between diversification and support, and investing in founders with domain expertise. They also discuss the speaker's investment strategy, collaboration with other investors, and the importance of conviction in angel investments.
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Quick takeaways

  • Having all the stars aligned, including ambitious founders, simple products, and a clear understanding of market opportunities, is crucial for successful investments.
  • Understanding the power law is essential in angel investing, with the majority of returns coming from a small percentage of investments, highlighting the importance of maintaining a diversified portfolio and equalizing check sizes.

Deep dives

Importance of Aligned Stars in Investment

Having all the stars aligned, including ambitious founders, simple products, and a clear understanding of market opportunities, is crucial for successful investments. While some believe that investing in smart teams alone is enough, it is important to have the right team, product, and market for a higher chance of success.

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