Aydin Senkut, founder of Felicis Ventures and Google's first product manager, shares his journey in transforming Felicis from a solo practice into a distinguished venture capital firm. He emphasizes the importance of a generalist strategy and a supportive culture prioritizing mental health. Aydin discusses navigating the complexities of AI investments and his cautious stance on cryptocurrency. Additionally, he explores building trust with founders, the evolving landscape of venture capital, and the significance of continuous learning and adaptability in the industry.

Guest: Aydin Senkut, VC professional discussing the generalist approach to VC. Topics: Felicis' evolution, generating more hits in VC, investing in AI, staying away from crypto, importance of strategy and decision-making, role of data analysis, learning from top investors, future of VC.

Aydin Senkut, founder and managing partner of Felicis Ventures, has transformed a $4M angel fund into a $900M investment powerhouse, boasting a portfolio with 45 unicorns. He shares insights on the importance of diversification with 40-50 portfolio positions and the nuances of ownership in early investments. Aydin reflects on his evolution as an investor, including critical lessons from missed opportunities like Airbnb and Uber. He emphasizes emotional intelligence in venture capital and the significance of mentorship for fostering success.