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What skills have you picked up that made fundraising feel less daunting? And does experience really make a difference?

What I’ve Learned About Fundraising — After Seeing Thousands of Pitches Fundraising is one of the hardest things a founder has to do. There’s no shortcut. Just like anything hard, it requires preparation. After 7 years as an investor and thousands of pitch decks later, I’ve noticed a

31 May 2025

If there’s any advice you could give to your younger self, what would it be and why?

The Advice I’d Give My Younger Self (That Might Just Shock You) Here’s the truth: I wish I’d stopped trying to please everyone way sooner. I know—coming from someone who’s always been the reliable one, the kind friend, the empathetic ear—it might surprise people.

24 May 2025

Been in VC 7 years and love it — but my fund’s broke, no exits, no bonuses, and fundraising feels futile. As a new parent, I’ve lost my old drive. I’m stuck, exhausted, and unsure what’s next. Too old for a mentor? Too young to feel this lost.

This one really hit home. I see you — and I truly understand. There’s nothing more disheartening than doing all the right things and still feeling like you’re standing still. You show up every day, give it your all — and yet, nothing moves. I’ve been there. Last year,

16 May 2025