Investing in Founders
Ryan emphasizes the importance of storytelling over mere technical skills when investing in founders. He believes that the ability to attract talent and address real-world problems is crucial for success. Highlighting the powerful impact of ideas, he argues that true value comes from solving problems for others, not just from having innovative technology.In this clip
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