Many people confuse the value of a VC firm (e.g. Sequoia) with the actual partner who joins their board. If your co-founder is your spouse, your board member is like your mother or father-in-law. Unhappy, inept, or troublesome in-laws can be a disaster.
How To Choose The Right VC Partner For You
How To Choose The Right VC Partner For You
How To Choose The Right VC Partner For You
Many people confuse the value of a VC firm (e.g. Sequoia) with the actual partner who joins their board. If your co-founder is your spouse, your board member is like your mother or father-in-law. Unhappy, inept, or troublesome in-laws can be a disaster.