Founder-Friendly Dynamics
Leah emphasizes the importance of instinct and connection when choosing investors, particularly in the early stages of fundraising. She highlights the necessity for partners to look beyond mere numbers and understand the broader impact of a venture. For her, TaskRabbit was not just about tasks; it was about transforming the labor market and creating meaningful change.In this clip
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20VC
20VC: Finding VC Partners That Look Beyond The Numbers, The Black Box of VC Secrets That Needs To Be Shared & The 1,000 Reasons A VC Won't Invest In You When It Has Nothing To Do With You with Leah Busque, General Partner @ Fuel Capital
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