Angel Quote by Kevin Rose
“The key to making money in angel investing is saying no. You meet with 100 companies and say no to 99 of them.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TechCrunch Disrupt, 2015
Success in angel investing relies on rigorous selection, rejecting most opportunities to focus on the few with true potential.
In simple terms: Investors must say no to most pitches.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize quality over quantity.
Themes
investment
selection
risk management
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
advice
business
When to use this quote
- pitch meetings
- portfolio building
- due diligence
- resource allocation
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
filtering
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define a promising startup?
- What criteria guide your rejections?
A Different Perspective
Saying no may cause missed chances if criteria are too strict.
