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Michael Seibel

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When considering how much to invest, smaller checks can have a significant impact if the company becomes a billion-dollar success.

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Michael Seibel - Startup Investor School Day 2

@ Y Combinator

Michael Seibel - Startup Investor School Day 2

03/07/18

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Michael Seibel

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

You need to write a big enough check when angel investing; otherwise, the potential returns may not significantly impact your financial situation.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Investing in billion-dollar companies can provide more resources to effect change in the world, even if your primary motivation isn't profit.

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Vinod Khosla

01/09/19

@ Y Combinator

There's a huge difference between a zero-million-dollar company and a zero-billion-dollar company; your mindset determines who you bring on board and how you approach building the company.

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Michael Seibel

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

To achieve big returns, you need to write larger checks, but only after you have conviction in the investment.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Investing in startups is complex, and understanding whether to put more money into a company requires deep conversations and analysis.

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Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

@ Y Combinator

The amount to invest in startups varies greatly; while some may invest as little as $5,000, typical investments are often in the tens of thousands of dollars.

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Michael Seibel

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

If you have FOMO about a friend's startup potentially becoming a billion-dollar company, just write them a check instead of hesitating.

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Michael Seibel

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

Even if a startup doesn't become a billion-dollar company, I find comfort in knowing I'm helping founders take a shot at their dreams.

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Y Combinator Cast

06/09/22

@ Y Combinator

Historically, successful companies were built with much smaller seed rounds, indicating that the current funding environment may be skewed and that adequate funding can still lead to success.