Ask HN: What is working as a VC like?

9 pointsby pseudonymGuy8년 전5 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?

5 comments

eip8년 전

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

I assume that's what it's like.

rajacombinator8년 전

And investing in one of them. ;)

quickthrower28년 전

And selling it to Famoograsoft for dem dollarz.

ApolloRising8년 전

The wrong one

muzani8년 전

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