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Levine: Investors make the most money in a market's second or third inning
“And so a lot of markets, when people think, oh, that's new, it's interesting, that's actually not when you make the most money as an investor. You often make the most money in the second or third inning or later of a market, because all of a sudden the market …”
Levine: Venture capitalists are not the difference makers in startup success
“I'm trying to do my marginal best, and the company's doing extremely well, and I like to think I'm helping somewhat, but I'm not the be-all, end-all. I'm not the difference maker.”
Levine: Liquid, Fast-Moving VC Markets Favor Established Market Leaders
“A very liquid market where things move quick tends to bias towards market leaders over periods of time”
Levine: Founders should deeply interview prospective board members
“Really interview the person you're working with. These people are going to be with you forever. You should really want to get to know them, and it doesn't mean you get to know them by telling them about your business. Ask them about theirs. Ask them about thei…”