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Venture Capital Partner Elicia McDonald: How to Stand Out From the Crowd in Investing

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Authenticity and Passion Speak Volumes

In initial funding meetings, genuine passion for solving a problem and authentic domain expertise are crucial. Investors can easily differentiate between founders driven by real problems they deeply care about versus those focused solely on profit. The key factors that resonate in these meetings are the founders' unique positioning to solve the problem and their unwavering determination to make a difference. Investing in individuals with a genuine passion and a burning desire to address a significant issue is more compelling than those who lack deep conviction and authenticity.

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