This post is about finding great founders and deciding to back them. When I’m talking to founders and trying to decide which ones to fund, I concentrate above all on one question: Does this person see the ball? I got the concept of “seeing the ball” from an outstanding baseball book called
Well written Adam. I see a lot of cross offer between the sporting world and VC's. Passion, a desire to win, work ethic, and moving on quickly if something goes sideways. I like the question/statement " After the meeting, do I want to talk about them or their company with others?" That's a big one!
Spot on, Adam. Good to know that I am officially "seeing the ball" :). On a serious note, this is why some of us remain serial entrepreneurs. I tried to function as VC but couldn't last long. Maybe in another life - or when I am growing old. :)
Seeing The Ball
Well written Adam. I see a lot of cross offer between the sporting world and VC's. Passion, a desire to win, work ethic, and moving on quickly if something goes sideways. I like the question/statement " After the meeting, do I want to talk about them or their company with others?" That's a big one!
Spot on, Adam. Good to know that I am officially "seeing the ball" :). On a serious note, this is why some of us remain serial entrepreneurs. I tried to function as VC but couldn't last long. Maybe in another life - or when I am growing old. :)
One of your best! On the "ball!"
awesome