Next Round Ready

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The 7 best episodes on interviews with VCs and angel investors for early-stage founders

These episodes put you across the table from venture capitalists and angel investors, who explain how they evaluate founders, what red and green flags they watch for, and how they think about fundraising. You will hear how investors make decisions, what separates a yes from a no, and how investor personalities and strategies can shape the way you approach them. Several conversations also cover angel investing, crowdfunding, and the realities of running a fund.

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  1. Episode 1· 24 min· Not started

    The Other Side of the Cap Table: What VCs Really Look For — with Marcos Gonzalez

    Marcos Gonzalez, founding partner of Vamos Ventures, explains what running a VC fund involves beyond writing checks, including fundraising, compliance, and strategy. He breaks down how he evaluates founders, what separates the few who get a yes, and the green and red flags he looks for during diligence. He also discusses how content creation can help founders get discovered by investors.

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    Venture Capital Secrets ft. Aram Attar

    Chris and Aram Attar discuss venture capital, including how the industry is being influenced by AI and what qualities make a successful founder. Aram explains the niche of VC Factory and how he trains investors to improve their decision-making. The conversation also covers the psychology of investing and red flags early-stage investors should watch for.

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    The 4 Investor Archetypes Every Founder Must Know

    This episode walks through four common investor archetypes: thesis, relationship, momentum, and contrarian investors. It explains how each one thinks and makes decisions, and how founders can adapt their approach to work effectively with each type. The goal is to help founders read investor psychology and build better relationships.

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    Venture Capital Hot Takes w/ Mike MacCombie

    Mike MacCombie of Generous Ventures shares his path from teacher to venture capitalist and offers candid opinions on AI's impact on investing. He discusses the challenges founders face when weighing VC advice, the implications of down rounds, and why customer demand matters. He also covers the role of hype in startups and lessons from failed investments.

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    The Accidental Investor ft. Nishanth Lingamneni

    Nishanth Lingamneni describes how he became an investor and what he looks for in founders. He explains the importance of a clear investment thesis, typical fundraising timeframes, and his decision-making process. The conversation also covers the value of mentorship and advice on pitching and fundraising effectively.

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    Understanding Angel Investing and Crowdfunding w/ Karen Rands

    Chris and Karen Rands explore angel investing and crowdfunding, including strategies for new investors and how these routes can create wealth. They discuss the peaks and valleys of the entrepreneurial journey and why investors' roles matter to founder success. The episode is useful for both founders trying to secure funding and people starting to invest.

  7. Episode 7· 27 min· Not started

    From Angel Investor to Fund Manager ft. Liz Myslik

    Chris and Liz Myslik discuss the move from angel investing to fund management and the traits that make founders successful. Liz shares insights from the consumer goods industry, the importance of supporting founders beyond money, and the challenges of building a brand. The conversation also covers team dynamics and lessons from past investments.

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