The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified Investor Stories 373: Key Advice (Holloway, Felesky, Droesch)
Nov 7, 2024
Katelin Holloway, an investor at 776, shares her insights on supporting founders by being helpful and empathetic. She emphasizes the importance of passion for aspiring investors and developing a unique approach in the venture capital space. Meanwhile, Adam Felesky and Mike Droesch discuss the necessity of maintaining commitments and broadening networks in early-stage investing. They also touch on the challenges of balancing profitability with quality in the booming meal delivery sector. This engaging dialogue is packed with advice for navigating the startup landscape.
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Be Truly Helpful
- Strive to be genuinely helpful to founders, going beyond superficial promises.
- Focus on building authentic relationships and providing consistent support.
Network and Gain Operating Experience
- Build a strong network by meeting many entrepreneurs and individuals within companies.
- Gain operating experience before entering VC to better understand the challenges founders face.
Obsess and Specialize
- Be obsessive about VC and genuinely love the work involved.
- Find your niche and focus on a specific stage, category, or type of company you enjoy.