Venture Capital (VC) Pitch Due Diligence Qs | Sramana Mitra

"At our venture capital firm we only invest in a sort of Silicon Valley–style tech. We see 3,000 inbound deals a year. And those are inbound and coming through our referral network, so those are sort of prequalified. We can do maybe 15 or 20 investments out of the 3,000 a year. So I like to say our day job is crushing entrepreneurs’ hopes and dreams. Our main skill is saying no, and getting people to not hate us.” – Marc Andreessen, Fortune Magazine

Feeling rejected by venture capital (VC) firms, angel investors, or accelerators? You're not alone. It's estimated that over 99% of startups seeking funding face rejection. Understanding why you were turned down is crucial for future success. Many investors are willing to provide feedback, but knowing common objections and the analysis behind investment decisions is key.

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