Lessons - Getting a Job in Venture Capital | John Gannon - Co-Founder of Going VC
Lessons - Getting a Job in Venture Capital | John Gannon - Co-Founder of Going VC
This episode features John Gannon, Co-Founder of Going VC, who shares essential strategies for securing a job in venture capital. He discusses the 'Five-Legged Stool' of value VCs seek and the importance of developing and publicly sharing a strong investment thesis. The conversation provides practical examples for aspiring VCs to demonstrate their expertise and attract interest from firms.
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John Gannon, Co-Founder of Going VC | How To Get A Job In Venture Capital
Show Notes
In this "Lessons" episode, we dive into the essentials of securing a job in venture capital. Learn from John Gannon, Co-Founder of Going VC, as he shares strategies and insights to navigate the competitive VC landscape.Master the Five-Legged Stool: Discover the five key areas that venture capitalists value the most and how you can leverage your skills and network to add value: Deal Flow, Portfolio Support, Limited Partners, Talent Acquisition, Business Development and M&A, and Network Leverage.Creating an Investment Thesis: John discusses the importance of developing a well-defined investment thesis. This involves a deep dive into a specific sector, understanding the key players, and articulating your unique perspective on investment opportunities within that sector. Sharing your thesis publicly can attract attention from VCs and demonstrate your expertise.Practical Examples: John provides real-world examples, such as introducing VCs to promising startups from your network or developing and sharing an investment thesis on platforms like LinkedIn to attract interest from VCs.