Calacanis: Angel investors should only back revenue-generating companies for first 20 deals
Jason Calacanis · How To Pick Startup Winners With Jason Calacanis · Jul 28, 2022 · at 27:36
Angel investor Jason Calacanis discusses his rules for beginner angel investors participating in startup syndicates.
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“Like I literally tell people only invest in companies that have products in market and have revenue for your first 20 investments as an angel.”
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