
The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified
Investor Stories 357: Key Advice (Klein, Jensen, Edelson)
Jul 18, 2024
Experienced investors Todd Klein, Larsen Jensen, and Alex Edelson share key advice for early venture careers. Topics include the importance of independent perspectives, contrarian investments, relationship-building in VC, and evaluating multiple deals for informed decisions.
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- Avoid 'me too thinking' in investments, prioritize independent viewpoints.
- Provide value to founders before seeking returns to build successful relationships.
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