The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch 20VC: Sequoia's Pat Grady on What Sequoia Is Focused On Today, How Sequoia Think About Investment Decision-Making Processes & Why It Is Important To Trade A Few Points of Efficiency for Culture When It Comes To Attribution
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Jul 1, 2019 
Pat Grady, a Partner at Sequoia Capital, shares insights from his journey to one of the top venture firms. He discusses Sequoia's current focus and the critical balance between efficiency and company culture. Pat emphasizes the importance of partnerships over mere investment choices and outlines their unique decision-making process. He also dives into the evolving dynamics of venture capital, highlighting the significance of long-term relationships and adapting to challenges in today's fundraising landscape.
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Intimidated by Icons
- Pat Grady was so intimidated working with Sequoia partners that Roelof Botha suggested a voice coach.
- Grady's nervousness in partner meetings made him unable to speak, not a speech impediment.
Sequoia's Focus
- Sequoia's mission is to help daring founders build legendary companies, from idea to IPO and beyond.
- They prioritize early-stage investments and support founders across geographies and stages.
Signaling Risk
- Founders worry about signaling risk, but Sequoia has never seen it harm companies.
- The concern is that if a top-tier firm invests early but doesn't lead later rounds, it might hurt future funding.
