My First Million How Silicon Valley’s Most Prolific Investor Picks Unicorns | Elad Gil Interview
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Oct 8, 2024 
Elad Gil, a prolific angel investor behind over 40 billion-dollar companies, shares his insights into startup investments. He discusses the three critical factors he considers when investing, including the significance of mastering new topics like defense tech. Gil reveals unique business ideas, such as creating schools inspired by Ancient Greece and developing longevity drugs. He reflects on the importance of balancing personal interest with societal impact, offering a fresh perspective on both investment strategies and educational reform.
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Market-First Investing
- Prioritize market and product-market fit over founders, while still acknowledging their importance.
- Follow technological advancements and changes to identify emerging investment opportunities.
Funding Journey
- Elad Gil initially invested his own money, then raised small SPVs, which evolved into funds.
- He regrets missing SpaceX's early rounds due to limited personal funds.
Societally Useful Projects
- Elad Gil pursues projects like translating historical books due to their societal value, not solely for profit.
- This approach deepens his understanding of technologies like AI.