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Having very rigid views on TAM at seed stage is a classic VC fallacy. The best founders either create new markets or expand to adjacent markets over time. So the TAM keeps growing. If a startup remains sub-scale, in most cases it tends to be due to founder motivation, quality of execution and team/culture issues, rather than available market. At the seed stage, a couple of better aspects to evaluate are 1) founder-market fit and 2) competitive differentiation/ right to win (I call it “non-incrementality”).

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Calling for all startup founders and operators: Slush and Index Ventures are joining forces to dive deeper into the challenges startups face when scaling teams. Why? 👉 Founders are shocked to discover that much of their time is absorbed by people related matters when scaling. 👉 That is why Index Ventures wrote a book called Scaling Through Chaos: to help founders with their organizational design needs when building and leading teams from 0 to 1000. 👉 Now, Slush and Index Ventures are inviting you to share your ‘Scaling Through Chaos’ challenges. 👉 After all, Slush exists to help founders tackle the most pressing problems on their company-building journey. By answering the survey, you will get a chance to enter a draw to win a copy of Scaling Through Chaos or a ticket to Slush. Link to the survey: https://lnkd.in/gfKUHAB8

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Excited to unveil our first VC Files: Sophie L. of Oyster Ventures. She transitioned from founder to VC by selling her startup within 6 months of founding. In 2016, she established Oyster Ventures as a solo-GP and has since launched three funds and deployed capital into 80+ startups, with 16 exits (8 from seed to unicorn, 3 from seed to IPO), generating  3xDPI recorded to date under 6 years.  We’ll explore: → 0 to 1 becoming a successful VC → the secrets behind Sophie’s most successful deals → the assets she avoids and more → uncomfortable truths about VC → what’s “hot” on the market And there’s more: You'll get to ask Sophie anything in our live Q&A. Introducing: VC files 📂 R/ Note holder-only events that will break down the information barriers in venture, revealing the secrets and strategies that could give you an edge as a non-professional investor. We may or may not share this event’s edited recording. Some things are meant to be shared only once and only live, so... see you there! Grab Notes to secure the invite https://lnkd.in/gg62PHQB

🙌 Grateful for the Front Row Ventures Experience! Being part of Front Row Ventures has been one of the most transformative experiences of my academic and professional journey. From sourcing innovative student-led startups to writing due diligence reports, collaborating with inspiring founders, and helping grow the entrepreneurial ecosystem, every moment has been filled with learning and impact. 🚀 FRV doesn’t just teach you venture capital; it immerses you in a community that values innovation, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving. For anyone passionate about technology, startups, or VC, this is the place to be. 💡 Exciting News: Recruitment for Team25 launches in January, and we’re expanding to Alberta! If you’re a Canadian university student interested in joining this incredible community, don’t miss out. 📋 Fill out this form to stay updated: https://buff.ly/4f4SygM Big thanks to my colleagues, mentors, and the entire FRV team for making this journey so impactful. Teamwork truly makes the dream work! #FrontRowVentures #VentureCapital #StudentEntrepreneurs #Innovation #Startups #Teamwork

Harry Stebbings, the 28-year-old host of *The Twenty Minute VC*, has astoundingly raised $400 million across two new funds, defying the decline in venture capital investments. With global VC funding plummeting, his achievement highlights a strategic shift: by focusing on adding value to startup founders, Stebbings positions himself not just as an investor, but as a crucial partner in their journeys. This success reflects a market trend: while many startups struggle to secure funding, there's immense opportunity for businesses that support them. Whether it’s through mentorship, SaaS tools, or advisory services, those catering to the needs of founders are bound to thrive. In a landscape where competition for capital intensifies, remembering that ultimately, it's about enabling success for others will lead to remarkable outcomes. Kudos to Stebbings for exemplifying this principle and reshaping the VC narrative!

🔈A toxic relationship isn't limited to personal life but applies to startups as well. Startup success heavily depends on founder-investor alignment around vision, values, and pacing. Founders should carefully vet potential investors and resist pressure to grow unsustainably. With the right investors, amazing things are possible. But toxic investor relationships can sink even the most promising startups. Choose wisely. Punch Capital

Antler is investing $500k and offering a $2500 grant for founders relocating to Austin to build with us and 70 other founders in real life. With so much going on in Texas, it's the perfect time to build your startup! If you're a founder or know someone who is, tag them in the comments below. 👇 Let's do it again Austin. This time even bigger and better. Welcoming Kelly LaBuff and Jake O'Shea to the investment team! 🙌 #startup #investment #founders #funding #Austin #Texas

🔈A toxic relationship isn't limited to personal life but applies to startups as well. Startup success heavily depends on founder-investor alignment around vision, values, and pacing. Founders should carefully vet potential investors and resist pressure to grow unsustainably. With the right investors, amazing things are possible. But toxic investor relationships can sink even the most promising startups. Choose wisely.