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Personally, I don't want to do a lot of angel deals in a…

“Personally, I don't want to do a lot of angel deals in a year. I get approached a lot. I'm becoming less and less polite, which doesn't seem to be helping. A lot of the things I get pitched on are from people who just want to make money.” quote by Jim McKelvey
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“Personally, I don't want to do a lot of angel deals in a year. I get approached a lot. I'm becoming less and less polite, which doesn't seem to be helping. A lot of the things I get pitched on are from people who just want to make money.”

Jim McKelvey

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He feels overwhelmed by frequent pitches, becoming less polite, and notes many deals are profit‑driven.

In simple terms: Overwhelmed by many profit‑focused pitches.

Key Takeaway

Set clear criteria, protect time.

Themes

entrepreneurship investment boundaries

Mood

pragmatic reflective

Type

business advice

When to use this quote

  • startup fundraising
  • networking
  • mentor meetings

Key Concepts

deal flow management value alignment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you filter pitches effectively?
  • What boundaries protect your focus?
A Different Perspective

Profit focus can dilute mission; saying no is hard.

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