Episode 1360

1M fewer college students: is it a problem? + Ask an Angel with Zach Coelius | E1360

Jan 13, 20221:18:18Watch on YouTube

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00:00 Jason intros the show

01:23 There are 1 million fewer college students in the U.S. compared to pre-pandemic levels

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09:56 Jason's college alternative

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19:03 Ask an Angel welcoming Zach Coelius to the show

20:37 What is the definition of an outlier success in VC?

29:56 Are investors okay with founders that use no-code software like Bubble as an MVP?

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34:16 How does a seasoned investor deal with a founder who is headed in the wrong direction?

39:49 Common pitch failures?

43:23 When should you go for top line versus bottom line?

49:14 Would VC funds do better with individuals instead of institutions?

53:31 What industries Zach and Jason would like to see disrupted

1:03:03 How much of an impact does bad reputation have on investing?

1:04:22 What makes a good Board Meeting?

1:08:02 As a VC, is it better to stay off the board from a liability standpoint?

1:10:55 What is too expensive at the seed stage?

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