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  1. Y Combinator28 min

    Michael Seibel - Startup Investor School Day 2

    Michael Seibel

    Outgoing Y Combinator CEO Michael Seibel shares investment lessons from his 4.5-year angel career, highlighting that 50 checks resulted in 12 post-Series A companies and a billion-dollar exit despite his dual role as a YC partner. He advises investors to write larger checks with speed and minimal friction while avoiding the hype trap of Demo Day in favor of evaluating cap tables and founder potential. The session concludes by defining top-tier investors by their willingness to act quickly and noting that luck plays a significant role in success.