"3 NOs" framework: 1st NO => "I don't know you" 2nd NO => "I know you, but your idea sucks" 3rd NO => "I know you, your idea is great, but can we do it one more time when it will be more convenient for me?" Everyones goal must be to get past three NOs ASAP.

Founders start small and focus on a product market fit and quality of service for first customers. With traction comes new round. Emerging VCs start small and focus on a product market fit and quality of service for first LPs. With traction comes new fund.

You don't raise to the level of your GP You fall to the level of their most distressed investment

Tips to prepare for M&A. Massively underrated topic online.

Nice reminder of any company’s founding principles and it reads especially well now with FTX in mind

This #laidoff cycle has the most support & love from the community.

The list of the most potential founders in vintage 2023:

Ok, this requires a dig down later

In 2023 fund’s backend should be like a container that can be hosted with any fund admin. Leaving you responsible for backup.

Small cash profit + monthly active users