The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified Investor Stories 417: Best LP Question (Delk, Hilaly, Dash)
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Jul 31, 2025 This episode dives into the best questions allocators have posed to investors, highlighting their profound impact on decision-making. A strong focus is placed on the necessity for aligning expectations in founder-investor relationships, showcasing the emotional connections that fuel long-term success. It also emphasizes the critical questions entrepreneurs must ask to gauge investors' priorities, sharing an inspiring anecdote about resilience in the face of skepticism in the startup landscape.
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Defining True Success in Education
- Success is not just about scaling and hitting all growth goals.
- True success in education means improving efficacy and impacting student outcomes positively.
Value of Shared Vision
- Founders should prioritize understanding investor expectations and shared vision.
- Supportive investor relationships often matter more than tangible introductions and recruiting.
Know What Matters to Investors
- Ask investors what matters most to them in an investment to understand their motivation.
- Recognize founders with exceptional grit and vision often succeed beyond initial skepticism.