Why Every Great VC Starts With No shorts venturecapital
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In this video, the speaker discusses the decision-making processes of venture capitalists (VCs), emphasizing their tendency to say no to potential investments. Key points include the use of two mechanisms: the “fast lane” and the “slow lane”. The fast lane is utilized to quickly narrow down choices from 100 to 10 by asking the critical question: “Why should I not invest in this deal?” This approach differs from novice investors who typically get bogged down in details without effectively filtering their options. The video highlights that the decision-making process changes significantly when the question is framed negatively, which is supported by psychological research. The speaker advocates for starting with the fast lane to enhance decision efficiency and ultimately make better investment choices.