Hot take: ๐๐ง ๐๐๐ซ๐ฅ๐ฒ-๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ฏ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ข๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ง'๐ญ ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ซ. The first six months of venture building are always ambiguous. Founders might have a couple of problem areas they're interested in. After getting market evidence, we'll discover gaps in the ideas and pivot based on those insights. That's why at our investment stage, the Formation stage, the idea matters less. What truly matters are the founders and where we believe they can grow. As co-creators, FutureSight and the founders develop the ideas together.
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What is angel investing? Itโs actually pretty simple - I give you money and buy a % of your company. But being a professional angel investor is so much moreโฆ Unlike venture capitalists, angel investors typically invest their own money and often have a high net worth. They not only provide financial support but also offer valuable business advice, industry connections, and mentorship to the entrepreneurs they invest in. Angel investors play a crucial role in the early stages of a company's development by helping them grow and succeed.
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Itโs been 3.5 years since we started investing from our most recent โฌ75M fund. Since then, weโve navigated three distinct economic cycles: starting during COVID, experiencing the tech boom of 2021 and early 2022, and continuing in the VC recession market since H2 2022. โก๏ธย How has our investment strategy evolved during these periods? โก๏ธย How are our portfolio companies performing? โก๏ธย What specific benchmarks or KPIs do we use to evaluate success? Check out Stanislav Sirakov's insights shared with The Recursive https://lnkd.in/dW2h5_Rd
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Welcome to the exciting world of angel investing! Here are some tips to get you started: 1. Educate yourself: Learn the basics through books, workshops, and networking. 2. Define your strategy: Determine your risk tolerance, goals, and preferred industries. 3. Network with other investors: Join a syndicate or attend events to connect with experienced investors. 4. Conduct thorough due diligence: Research a startup's business plan, financials, team background, and market potential before investing. 5. Diversify your portfolio: Spread out investments across industries and startups to minimize risk. 6. Be patient: Angel investing is a long-term game. Don't expect immediate returns. With these tips in mind, you're on your way to success as an angel investor! Stay informed and always do your due diligence in the ever-changing world of venture investing. Happy investing!
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Partner at Antler โ Investing in Founders at Day Zero ๐ Osito ๐ปโ๏ธ ex CEO/Founder @memmo.me ๐ฅท Forbes 30u30 and all that jazz
In the aftermath of the investment crunch we've been through โ I'm helping a lot of Founders take the REALLY hard decisions Raise with a lower valuation? Step out of the VC hamster wheel and bootstrap? Go into bankruptcy? Even where I'm an angel investor in the companies โ in situations like this, I always advice them on how to get the best deal for the Founders, not for me or other investors Why? Investing is a Power Law game โ me making a few $10k in return as an Angel Investors means nothing in the grand scheme of things, same for VCs However, for the Founders, walking away with at least a few $100k after years of work โ that means a lot And if they are the ones who create a venture return in their next company โ I will have earned my right to back them again What we do in bad times โ echoes in eternity โพ
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With deal flow down across the board, 10 investors share how you can ace your pitch and secure funding. Here are some key takeaways from TechCrunch: *Many #investors are open to cold emails, as long as you match their investment thesis. *Founders should be asking questions about the track record of the firm. *Have a concise, straightforward and compelling story. Whether you are an #issuer, hedge fund or private equity firm, itโs never been more important to have a great #pitchbook help tell your story. Ext. Marketing can help. Contact us today to get started. https://lnkd.in/daAB8URT?
How to pitch me: 10 investors discuss what they're looking for in June 2023
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In Search and Service of Founders A living manifesto for how I approach venture investing. Greatly influenced by Peter Fenton, so thank you Peter. The best investors are in the hospitality business, the business of serving others. And that's why I work in venture: โI just like being able to serve other peopleโ. Further, the investor should be in constant search of people who matter, rather than looking at the fragile structures that house them, because often those houses crumble and those people continue building empires. Full article: https://lnkd.in/eEcY5_By
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Very good insights on trying to be a contraian startup investor.
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