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E12: An Inside Look Into Sequoia's Strategy & Operations, with Alfred Lin

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Oct 31, 2023
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Alfred Lin
Alfred Lin, Partner at Sequoia Capital for over 13 years, talks about Sequoia's strategy and operations. They discuss why they don't track A-U-M, the launch of the Sequoia Capital Fund, and the decision-making behind creating Sequoia Arc. They also explore the importance of firm building, the business models of Y Combinator and Sequoia Capital, and the future of venture capital. Additionally, they touch on dedication, teamwork, learning in founder and investor success, incubation in venture firms, and decision-making under uncertainty.
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INSIGHT

Sequoia's DNA

  • Sequoia Capital prioritizes long-term thinking and unconventional strategies.
  • Their culture emphasizes holding opposing ideas in tension, like individual performance and teamwork.
ANECDOTE

2030 Vision

  • In 2019, Sequoia partners were assigned homework to write a business plan envisioning 2030.
  • This exercise aimed to combat complacency and encourage innovation, leading to Sequoia Arc and the Sequoia Capital Fund.
INSIGHT

Sequoia's Structure

  • Sequoia doesn't track AUM, focusing instead on individual fund sizes.
  • Their structure allows them to work with founders from idea stage to IPO and beyond.
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