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I think he overestimates the value of connections in this respect. Acquirers are not easily influenced. I don't think any investor can affect e.g. Google's in
by pg 16y ago
I think he overestimates the value of connections in this respect. Acquirers are not easily influenced. I don't think any investor can affect e.g. Google's interest in an acquisition by more than a couple percent.
- il 16y agoNo, but I'm sure they can make introductions, get a company into consideration, or at least make Google aware of the startup and the value it can bring as an acquisition.
- msuster 16y agoYeah, it's true that the buyer needs to be convinced, but don't underestimate the persuasion of well-connected, senior-level VCs