Eric Yuan-Lunch & Learn Presentation September 9, 2016
Transcript of Eric Yuan-Lunch & Learn Presentation September 9, 2016
How to Find the Right Investor & Networking
Etiquette
Eric Yuan
KYI - know your investor -Find investor who share same views, venture themes, or insights -Bloomberg, CNBC -AngelList -TechCrunch-Alumni listing
Investors are people too.-They may very well be your family and friends-Be respectful of their time-Realize investors more often than not receive hundreds of emails a week
Social Media
Contact -Ask for introductions -DM Leave short message-Email Leave short email-Phone # Leave short voicemail -Meet-ups, fire chats and conferences -Don’t ever be late for first in-person meeting! *Be respectful and contact if going be late
How to write short and simple messages
Who are you? Team? Edu,Skills, & Work experience
What are you making?
What problem are you solving?
Why you?
Explain what’s compelling or exciting. Don’t throwout the baby, just bathwater
Give Investor something to read
-Short Summary-Investor deck-Be Concise and to the point