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Y Combinator Cast

03/07/18

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Investors who can help should do so; asking for additional shares is just asking for a freebie.

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Carolynn Levy and Kirsty Nathoo - Startup Investor School Day 1

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Carolynn Levy and Kirsty Nathoo - Startup Investor School Day 1

03/07/18

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/07/18

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Investors should exercise their pro-rata rights to maintain their ownership percentage during subsequent funding rounds, as early investors can face significant dilution otherwise.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Investor relationships often follow a herd mentality; gaining initial traction can help attract more investors.

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Dalton Caldwell

03/07/18

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Avoid overwhelming founders with unsolicited advice unless you are investing, as it can be perceived as unhelpful and counterproductive.

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Y Combinator Cast

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

Nowadays, with an abundance of capital, investors have a greater incentive to convince founders they need more money, often using fear of not having enough as a tactic.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Listening during investor meetings is crucial; it's a conversation, not a monologue, and their feedback can be invaluable even if they decline to invest.

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Michael Seibel

09/24/19

@ Y Combinator

Instead of asking for a meeting upfront, present your project clearly and invite the investor to ask for more information, which gives you leverage.

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Kirsty Nathoo

08/22/19

@ Y Combinator

It's risky to rely on investors for additional funding, as they may not always provide it when you expect.

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Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Monthly investor updates should clearly outline what assistance is needed from investors, along with key metrics and updates on the business.

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Shana Fisher

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

Investors often don't know anything, and their feedback can be subjective; it's important to find the right investors who are open-minded.