The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch Jason Calacanis: The World's Greatest Angel Investor
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Jun 1, 2015 AI Snips
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Jason's Early Uber Investment Story
- Jason interviewed Travis Kalanick when he was young and impressed by his brilliance and hard work despite legal challenges.
- He invested in Uber's first round because he believed strongly in Travis and his vision after knowing him for years.
Passion is Key to Success
- Jason can often tell quickly if a founder really cares about their product by looking past the surface.
- Passionate founders have a significantly higher chance of success and are the primary focus for investment.
VCs Must Meet Founders Personally
- Venture capitalists must personally meet founders introduced by Jason to maintain respect and good relationships.
- Founders appreciate and value investors who take time to engage personally, influencing future referrals.