This Week in Startups
This Week in Startups
Jason Calacanis covers startups, tech, markets, media, and all the hottest topics in business and technology. He also interviews the world’s greatest founders, operators, investors, and innovators.
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Building Enduring Value and Hitting Incremental Gains with Benchmark’s Sarah Tavel | E1983

E1983 • Jul 22, 2024 • 81 mins

Sarah Tavel, a partner at Benchmark, joins Jason to discuss the complexities of being a CEO and the importance of disciplined fund size and efficiency. They delve into Benchmark's investment strategy and its commitment to founders, exploring how to compete in an evolving venture landscape. The conversation covers crucial topics such as valuations, governance, and the power of incremental improvements. They also discuss the impact of vanity metrics, the importance of non-consensus bets, and the ongoing debate between in-person and remote work. The episode concludes with insights into the SaaS market and the transformative potential of AI investments.

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Sarah Tavel

Guest • 51%

Bianca Veltri

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Jason Calacanis

Host • 48%

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