Ask HN: What is working as a VC like?

9 pointsby pseudonymGuy8 anni fa5 comments

I work at a not-really-startup anymore Data Science software and consulting company in the midwest. I work as a data scientist and director within the company, though most of my time is, lamentably, making datasets. I don't see a way out of this particular predicament for a few years.

The Managing Principal from our primary investor asked me what I thought about becoming a "deal guy" or working as a VC analyst type person. He says he thinks it could be a great use of my talents and interests.

They also announced they are looking for a director of business development now. It sounds like an intriguiging opportunity and one where I can get exposure to more things, rather than being pigeonholed into "well, you're better at ETL than these people and can manage yourself so here's this project with a poorly written scope, client we can't say no to, and no real condition for success".

Thoughts?

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eip8 anni fa

Imagine hearing 20 of the dumbest ideas you have ever heard. Everyday.

I assume that's what it's like.

rajacombinator8 anni fa

And investing in one of them. ;)

quickthrower28 anni fa

And selling it to Famoograsoft for dem dollarz.

ApolloRising8 anni fa

The wrong one

muzani8 anni fa

And realizing that the dumber one you didn't invest in is now worth a billion dollars.