https://youtu.be/5gcMktypzao?si=2zOb_dm_opEbu677
One-liner 🫡
Konstantin Urban is Founding Partner at G-Fund, investing consumer startups from pre-seed to series-A in Europe. Previously, Konstantin was a partner and managing director at BCG Digital Ventures, founder at German public company Windeln.de, founder at Holtzbrinck Ventures (later rebranded as HV Capital).
Takeaways ✨
- Red flags and deal breakers in startup teams:
- Team members talking over each other in calls indicates poor communication
- Overly dominant "Donald Trump type" founders who emphasize "me, me, me"
- Corporate investors with majority stakes who might force early exits
- Teams that can't demonstrate ability to build a big company
- Lessons from building a 200M euro turnover company:
- Growth shouldn't be the only focus - operations need to keep pace
- Consider handing over to experienced management team at the right time
- Diversification is crucial - don't put all eggs in one basket
- Success factors for entrepreneurs:
- Dedication and determination matter more than intelligence or education
- Build a network of smart, good people
- Stay flexible with career goals while maintaining core direction
Now listen in for more insights! ❤
Outline 😎
00:00 👋 Introduction and Background