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In this episode of Inside the Fund, Jeff Becker from Antler shares his journey from selling copiers to becoming a venture capitalist. He discusses the importance of community for founders, the residency model at Antler, and the dynamics of fundraising. Jeff emphasizes the significance of resilience in founders, the balance between valuation and value, and the evolving landscape of deep tech companies. He also reflects on personal insights regarding mental health and the importance of support structures for founders.


00:00 The Loneliness of Founding
02:45 Jeff Becker's Journey to Antler
05:55 The Importance of Community in Startups
08:51 The Residency Model at Antler
11:44 Fundraising Dynamics and Challenges
14:44 Identifying Magical Founders
17:42 The Vibe Check in Venture Capital
20:52 Resilience in Founders
23:53 Valuation vs. Value in Fundraising
26:48 Lessons Learned the Hard Way
29:51 The Role of Team in Success
32:56 The Power Law in Venture Capital
35:53 The Evolution of Inception Stage Investing
38:33 The Importance of Founder Market Fit
41:33 The Future of Deep Tech Companies
44:47 Personal Insights and Mental Health
47:41 The Importance of Support Structures
50:42 The Balance of Work and Life
53:45 The Importance of Reflection
56:37 The Reality of Early Stage Investing
59:18 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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