Roelof Botha on startups: Ditch the polish, it’s about ‘raw authenticity’
Memeburn: What do you look for in a startup?
Roelof Botha: I look for the personal passion of the entrepreneur, their ability to describe the problem/need the address articulately, and the clarity with which they can explain why they have a unique and compelling solution to the problem.
MB: What puts you off when looking at a startup for possible investment?
RB: Unnecessary hyperbole and polish — I much prefer raw authenticity
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From roelofbotha:...That’s good to know, Mr. Botha. I’ve seen so many startups...
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jobosapien said:
hyperbole and polish in the product or pitch?
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