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Lex Fridman Cast

01/26/25

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Activist investors take stakes in poorly managed companies to force change and improve performance, often rallying support from other investors.

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Marc Andreessen: Trump, Power, Tech, AI, Immigration & Future of America | Lex Fridman Podcast #458

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Marc Andreessen: Trump, Power, Tech, AI, Immigration & Future of America | Lex Fridman Podcast #458

01/26/25

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Lex Fridman Cast

01/26/25

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Bill Ackman exemplifies an activist investor who applies his skills beyond just companies, influencing various sectors with his approach.

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Investors matter significantly because they influence short-term versus long-term trade-offs; in my view, 90% of investors add no value, and 70% add negative value to a company.

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If investors are dictating actions to a founder, it indicates a deeper problem within the company structure that needs to be addressed.

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Y Combinator Cast

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Investors should maintain a supportive role, helping founders navigate challenges rather than prioritizing their own interests, which can lead to detrimental outcomes for the startup.

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Dr. Elizabeth Iorns

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Investors should not just be a source of money; they can be incredible assets for your company's growth if they believe in your vision and share your values.

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Elad Gil

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It's important for investors to challenge founders on their decisions, as this can lead to better outcomes and improvements in the startup's direction.

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The investment community has evolved, with more professional seed funds emerging that have obligations to their investors, which can create misalignment with founders' goals.

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Michael Seibel

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Investors often have different incentives than founders, which can lead to misalignment in priorities.

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Elad Gil

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Investors should be diligent in choosing whom to work with, as some well-known investors can be problematic and may not have the founders' best interests at heart.