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Michael Seibel

04/30/22

@ Y Combinator

When an investor says no, founders should believe the no and not the reasons given, as this helps maintain their confidence and focus on their expertise.

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Investors Said No, Now What?

@ Y Combinator

04/30/22

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When an investor says no, founders should take notes on the feedback but not internalize it as a reflection of their worth or the company's potential.

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As a founder, it's important to believe the 'no' from investors but not necessarily the reasons behind it, as they often lack transparency.

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The key takeaway for founders is to believe the no and not the why, maintaining confidence and understanding that there are always more investors to approach.

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When investors say no, be graceful about it; their initial rejection doesn't mean a no forever.

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Geoff Ralston

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Investors should understand that a 'no' from a founder doesn't mean forever; it often means 'not now' and can change later.

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Dalton Caldwell

03/07/18

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When saying no to a founder, it's best to communicate directly and provide reasons if appropriate, rather than ghosting them.

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Founders should maintain a list of investors who said no and keep them updated on their progress, as this can lead to changed opinions and potential future investment.

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Brad Flora

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Founders often mistakenly believe that the reasons investors provide for rejection are the actual problems with their startup, rather than considering other potential issues.

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Geoff Ralston

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While fundraising, you will hear 'no' a lot and reasons why your startup may not succeed, but you should never believe that; resilience and belief in your vision are crucial.