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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

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Using scoring rubrics for evaluating potential investors can help founders determine which investors to engage with, balancing strict criteria with flexibility for exceptions.

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Y Combinator Cast

12/17/21

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Smart founders recognize that investors have their own goals and incentives, and they should consider these when evaluating investment pitches instead of accepting them blindly.

Y Combinator Cast

04/30/22

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Investors evaluate founders by comparing them to previous successful ones, and a rejection can occur if a founder doesn't match that pattern or ranks lower than others currently pitching.

Y Combinator Cast

04/30/22

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It's crucial for founders to pitch to many investors to gather consistent feedback, as only then can they determine if the reasons for rejection are valid data points.

Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

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A key focus will be on evaluating companies, especially for non-technical investors, emphasizing the importance of meeting and discussing with founders.

Elad Gil

10/18/18

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When evaluating investments, I focus on three criteria: market potential, the caliber of the founding team, and the ethical nature of the founders.

Y Combinator Cast

02/13/25

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Investors can help guide startups by encouraging transparency about financial metrics like runway and burn rate, which are essential for maintaining focus and discipline.

Y Combinator Cast

03/07/18

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Having different investment criteria among investors is beneficial; it allows for a broader range of opportunities and better returns.

Erika Jensen

08/17/17

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When pitching, it's important to understand what metrics investors want to see and to practice with less critical meetings first.

Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

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In fundraising, it's important to do your homework on potential investors, including their past investments and interests, to position yourself advantageously.