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ESS-007 Fundraising
Why VCs Do Not Actually Invest Their Own Money
And what that means for your pitch, your terms, and your relationship with your lead investor.
By Lech Kaniuk 8 min Last updated: April 2026
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Why VCs Do Not Actually Invest Their Own Money
And what that means for your pitch, your terms, and your relationship with your lead investor.
Outline:
- Introduction: why this question matters for founders
- Core framework or argument
- Practical application with examples
- Common mistakes to avoid
- Key takeaways
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