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How VCs actually value early-stage startups

A breakdown of the mental models investors use before traction.

The Cracked Founder Who Is a Mediocre Golfer

The life of founders is not having a life.

Reasons why investors don't become founders

Tons of founders pivot into VC, but the reverse is far less common.

Can anyone be a tastemaker?

Taste is personal clarity in a noisy world.

Elena Wagenmans

Elena Wagenmans

Founder, Taya

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Natalie Ma

Founder, Buddy ai

Kun Yang

Kun Yang

Founder, Pricklee

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