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Best LP Questions Top Investors Remember

Fundraising
May 16, 2025
Top VCs share the smartest questions allocators have asked.
Topics discussed in the episode:
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How can being thematically driven benefit your startup's growth?
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What types of VC questions indicate a strong partnership?
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How to plan for your startup's second and third product acts?

How can being thematically driven benefit your startup's growth?

Focusing on key themes like AI and security can align your startup with industry trends.

"As I mentioned, we are very thematic driven and they love hearing about our thesis areas on AI or security or whatever it might be."

  • Thematic focus can attract interest from partners and investors.
  • Aligning with emerging trends positions your startup for success.

What types of VC questions indicate a strong partnership?

Engaging with VCs who deeply understand your business can lead to better partnerships.

"So when I'm most impressed by a VC is when they ask questions that are very deep and very thoughtful in the company we're talking about."

  • Seek VCs who demonstrate a deep understanding of your space.
  • Thoughtful questions can indicate a VC's ability to contribute strategically.

How to plan for your startup's second and third product acts?

Planning for future products is crucial for scaling your startup into a big company.

"And so that question of what are your 2nd and 3rd acts, I think that's really important because it gets you thinking longer term about it and it is at the end of the day how you build a big company."

  • Founders should think beyond the initial product to ensure sustainable growth.
  • Developing multiple product lines is key to becoming a major player.