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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The emotional stakes are high for founders when their investors back competitors, as it can undermine their credibility and the trust of their team.

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Marc Andreessen | The Future of Venture Capital

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

Marc Andreessen | The Future of Venture Capital

06/11/25

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The emotional impact of conflicts of interest in venture capital is significant; founders feel betrayed if their investors back direct competitors, which can undermine trust and morale.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The emotional impact of conflicts of interest in venture capital is significant; founders feel betrayed if their investors back direct competitors, which can undermine trust and morale.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

Taking money from investors comes with accountability; if a startup fails to deliver, it can lead to lasting damage to the founder's reputation.

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Michael Seibel

04/09/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders often psych themselves out by worrying about competitors, especially when they see a competitor raise significant funding, leading them to feel like they are failing.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

When evaluating seed investments, we often face conflicts about whether we are fully convinced that a startup will succeed, which can create emotional debates among investors.

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Michael Seibel

05/26/22

@ Y Combinator

Co-founder disputes can be more challenging than investor issues because they affect your home base; a strong relationship is essential to survive inevitable friction.

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Michael Seibel

05/07/22

@ Y Combinator

Investors often have different incentives than founders, which can lead to misalignment in priorities.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Startups are an emotional roller coaster, and having a co-founder who is equally invested can provide crucial support during tough times.

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Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important for investors to challenge founders on their decisions, as this can lead to better outcomes and improvements in the startup's direction.