I invest because I love meeting great founders and helping them succeed, not just for the money. I find it incredibly satisfying to give advice to founders like Mark Zuckerberg and Larry Page in their early years and then watch their companies take off, knowing I contributed to their success.

Investors should not just be a source of money; they can be incredible assets for your company's growth if they believe in your vision and share your values.

Having been a founder myself helps me as an investor because I understand the challenges and can identify kindred spirits among entrepreneurs.

I found that I prefer running a company over being on the sidelines as an investor; many founders miss this realization when they start investing.

Investing in startups should not just be about making a difference; you should also consider the potential for returns on your investment.

The course aims to create thoughtful angel investors who make informed decisions and build better relationships with the companies they invest in, and I invest when I get excited about a company, believing I can always help because I've seen so many companies over my thirteen years of angel investing.

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

I view angel investing as a way to give back, similar to how people on the East Coast donate to charity, rather than just a means to make money.

Investing in companies that create products you use and like is a solid strategy; if you believe in the company's future, it can guide your investment decisions.