TBC: Fundraising in the Age of AI
In this episode of The Backchannel, Jason breaks down what it really means to fundraise in an AI-dominated world. If you’re not building core AI infrastructure, how should you position your startup? He explains why every founder needs an AI story—one rooted in how the tech impacts your product, operations, and long-term defensibility.
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TBC: Addressing Competition With Investors
In this episode of the Back Channel, we explore the importance of addressing competition during investor meetings.
Drawing on an analogy from the hosts undergrad economics class, he emphasizes the significance of positioning oneself confidently alongside competitors and calmly articulating one's unique value proposition.
Rather than avoiding the conversation, address the competition with calm confidence, focusing on your strengths and differentiation.
It's all about owning your narrative and demonstrating why your direction is superior.
TBC: Understanding VC Firms to Send the Right Signals
In this episode of The Backchannel, host Jason Yeh delves into the world of junior VCs and their path to becoming venture capitalists.
Drawing from his own experience at Greycroft and the hiring processes, he emphasizes the significance of technical backgrounds, industry connections, and experience in fields like consulting or banking.
Venture capital firms prioritize hiring from networks with access to potential deals and founders, highlighting the importance of networking in this industry.
Ultimately, understanding these hiring practices provides valuable insights for aspiring venture capitalists.
TBC: Dilution 101 For Founders
TBC: Why the Pre-Seed Round Was Created... and How It's Changed
A lot of people tend to forget that the pre-seed round in venture capital is still relatively new.
In today's episode, we talk about how the pre-seed round came about, and how it's changed since moving farther away from the bull markets back in 2020 and 2021.
One of those changes being the need for investors to see traction earlier and earlier before investing.
Make sure to watch the full episode to hear all the insights around pre-seed rounds!
TBC: Taking Advice From Charlie Munger
Have you ever heard of the quote "The safest way to get what you want is to deserve what you want"?
It was said by the legendary investor Charlie Munger, and in todays episode we're going to talk about how you can apply that same understanding to fundraising as a startup founder.
Get ready to listen along and ask yourself to answer hard truths about yourself and your company.
See you next week on The Backchannel!
TBC: Should You Announce Your Fundraise? Pros vs Cons.
Hello & welcome back to The Backchannel!
Today, we're diving into a topic that's often overshadowed in the frenzy of fundraising: whether or not to announce your round.
Drawing from the hosts own experiences and observations, he'll guide you through some of the complexities involved in making this decision.
Join us as we dissect the strategic implications and weigh the pros and cons, offering practical insights for founders charting their course in the startup landscape.
See you next week!
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TBC: The 7 Forms of Support You Need to Fundraise
The truth is - most first-time fundraisers underestimate all that goes into fundraising and the support you need to make it through.
In this episode, Jason touches on 7 different emotional and tactical forms of support every founder should be aware of before jumping into a fundraise.
Make sure to watch the full episode so you don't miss any!
See you next week on The Backchannel.
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TBC: Lead vs. Co-Lead Investors
In this episode of The Backchannel, the host delves into the intricacies of lead investors versus co-leads, breaking down the key distinctions and red flags to watch out for.
Learn why securing a dedicated lead investor holds paramount importance in navigating the complexities of fundraising, and gain valuable insights into the potential pitfalls of co-lead arrangements.
Tune in for an informative exploration of investment dynamics and strategic considerations to think about before considering getting a co-lead. See you next week!
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TBC: Pattern Recognition
Join us in this episode for an insightful discussion on pattern recognition in venture capital and its impact on underrepresented founders.
The host dives into the power dynamics of pattern matching, exploring how VCs use this tool to make investment decisions while shedding light on its potential biases.
From the imprecision of pattern recognition to strategies for overcoming its limitations, this episode offers practical insights for both founders and investors.
Listen in for a solid conversation on leveling the playing field in startup funding.
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