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Michael Seibel

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

When an investor says, 'Come back when you find a lead,' it often means they are not interested in investing at that moment.

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Understanding Investor Terms & Incentives || Rookie Mistakes with Dalton Caldwell and Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

Understanding Investor Terms & Incentives || Rookie Mistakes with Dalton Caldwell and Michael Seibel

12/17/21

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Michael Seibel

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

When an investor expresses interest in your company contingent on finding a lead, they are essentially getting a free option to invest later without commitment.

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Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

@ Y Combinator

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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Matt Hackett

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

A strong 'no' from an investor is rare; often, you'll receive vague encouragement that doesn't translate into actual investment.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/21/16

@ Y Combinator

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

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Michael Seibel

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

If you find a lead investor, the lead often wants to invest the entire amount to meet their ownership target, which can limit your options.

MH

Matt Hackett

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

Understanding the different types of 'no' from investors is crucial; many responses that sound positive may actually indicate a lack of commitment.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

Investors often say they want to see a job offer from Google or Apple before making a commitment, but this is usually just a way to say no without being direct.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

For tiny startups, investors may not fund them anyway, so it's important to say what they want to hear to capture their interest for future opportunities.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Investors often say no because they have limited budgets and are looking for opportunities that seem like the best fit for their investment strategy.