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Lessons - Getting a Job in Venture Capital | John Gannon - Co-Founder of Going VC
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In this "Lessons" episode, we dive into the essentials of securing a job in venture capital. Learn from John Gannon, Co-Founder of Going VC, as he shares strategies and insights to navigate the competitive VC landscape.
Master the Five-Legged Stool: Discover the five key areas that venture capitalists value the most and how you can leverage your skills and network to add value: Deal Flow, Portfolio Support, Limited Partners, Talent Acquisition, Business Development and M&A, and Network Leverage.
Creating an Investment Thesis: John discusses the importance of developing a well-defined investment thesis. This involves a deep dive into a specific sector, understanding the key players, and articulating your unique perspective on investment opportunities within that sector. Sharing your thesis publicly can attract attention from VCs and demonstrate your expertise.
Practical Examples: John provides real-world examples, such as introducing VCs to promising startups from your network or developing and sharing an investment thesis on platforms like LinkedIn to attract interest from VCs.
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Manage episode 421386916 series 2934427
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory
In this "Lessons" episode, we dive into the essentials of securing a job in venture capital. Learn from John Gannon, Co-Founder of Going VC, as he shares strategies and insights to navigate the competitive VC landscape.
Master the Five-Legged Stool: Discover the five key areas that venture capitalists value the most and how you can leverage your skills and network to add value: Deal Flow, Portfolio Support, Limited Partners, Talent Acquisition, Business Development and M&A, and Network Leverage.
Creating an Investment Thesis: John discusses the importance of developing a well-defined investment thesis. This involves a deep dive into a specific sector, understanding the key players, and articulating your unique perspective on investment opportunities within that sector. Sharing your thesis publicly can attract attention from VCs and demonstrate your expertise.
Practical Examples: John provides real-world examples, such as introducing VCs to promising startups from your network or developing and sharing an investment thesis on platforms like LinkedIn to attract interest from VCs.
➡️ Show Links
https://successstorypodcast.com
YouTube: https://youtu.be/Fvx3Z6awadg
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zOyPPBJ4TmIP2gj7pjGoB?si=941e9277a0bf4b16
➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Policygenius: www.policygenius.com
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
634 episodes
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