Location matters for founders; great founders seek out networks that are essential for their specific challenges, and Silicon Valley is strong in certain areas but not all.

I believe the best founders are those who have a personal connection to the problem they are solving, rather than just chasing trends.

Using the network for seeking opportunities and risk assessment is crucial for founders. Luck is a significant factor in success, but I believe that if I keep working hard, eventually luck will swing my way.

Many founders fail to leverage their personal networks effectively due to fear of rejection or not having a structured process.

I look for founders who have known each other for a while and are solving a problem they personally face, as being a domain expert is crucial for success.

Founders sometimes mistakenly believe they should sell to startups just because other successful companies did, without understanding the unique challenges involved.

The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

It's critical to find great founders; if they are better than you, they will have better insights and know more, allowing you to trust their vision.

It's essential for founders to focus on creating something that people genuinely want, rather than getting sidetracked by other operational challenges.