Tag: Silicon Valley
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“Ugh, I still have to send that investor update.” Ever had this thought after a 90 hour week? Here’s why updating your investors helps you win… How to Write an Update First, you need to know how to write a good update. Don’t write a novel. Just cover these points:…
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Note: This is not medical advice. I have zero qualifications in medicine. I’m just learning and sharing with you what I found. Half the people I know have knee pain. Can startups help? This morning, I used Grok Socratic Mode to find out. Grok Socratic Mode is based on the…
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$1.4 million in revenue at YC Demo Day. Even in 2015, Eight Sleep was a winner. This morning, I watched their original pitch. What Matteo Gets Right Founder Matteo Franceschetti gives a brief, focused pitch. He clearly explains what the company does and shows us strong traction. Luna, as Eight…
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Today’s market is sleazy. Sharp elbows are out. Grifting is in. Everyone sees a huge prize, and they’ll do anything to get it. Inside Today’s Overheated Market Late 2025 feels a lot like 2021. It’s not just the high prices. It’s people trying to screw each other. It’s bending and…
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Are my angel investments beating the market? Today, I crunched the numbers to find out. TL;DR: I’m at a 25% IRR. This beats stocks by a large margin. Let’s back up a little. What does this number mean, and how did I calculate it? What Is IRR? To know if…
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8:32am: Wiring info received. 10:00am: Wire sent. I wire promptly to make your life easier. Investors, don’t make founders chase you! The Problem: Wasted Founder Time I’ve watched founders chase investors for months. These are investors who committed to the company! This wastes precious founder time. They’re supposed to…
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You’re sending your deck to an investor. Millions of dollars are on the line. Here’s how to do it right… An Oldie But a Goodie The best way to send your deck is the simplest: a PDF attachment. One click, and the investor is in your deck. Once he’s there,…
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Something weird happened to me recently: I had fun using SaaS. So of course, I invested in the company. Memelord finds trending memes from all over the internet. Then, it helps you make hilarious versions of them to promote your business. I always try to use products before I invest.…
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The hottest startup is a great place to lose your money… Investors threw cash at these companies. Theranos and FTX turned out to be frauds. WeWork and Clubhouse struggled to make a viable business. Either way, the investors got torched. When Investors Get Sloppy When a startup is hot, investors…
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I opened Product Hunt this morning, looking for a unicorn. Here’s how I do it…Find What’s Exciting First, I look for products that excite me. What have I never seen before? What would I want to use? As Paul Graham said… “Curiosity is the best guide. Your curiosity never lies,…
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Tremendous 