How to Interview an Investor

How do you interview a potential investor

It is Board Document Management crucial to be ready for any questions that an investor from a venture capitalist might ask you about your past experiences. You must be prepared to answer questions regarding your experience in the industry and the deals you’ve made in the past (how you added value). You must be prepared to answer questions about general investment questions, such as how you would calculate a cap table or the most important industry ratios and metrics.

When you are preparing to meet with an investor, it’s important to remember that investors are looking for people with a genuine passion for startups at an early stage. Be sure to bring a lot energy to the interview, and focus on the things that make you excited about seed stage company activities. This will distinguish you from other candidates and show the interviewer that your skills are a perfect match for their company.

Additionally, it’s essential to be familiar with the industry-specific risks associated with investing in a startup, like the typical exit strategy for an angel or seed-stage investment, the various control mechanisms available to investors such as veto rights, drag-along rights, and board composition rules. It’s important to know the typical timelines for closing the VC deal, so that you can explain the way your experience fits into.