I think more important than any of the above is network and capital (and capital in your network) If you helped found PayPal and then made a couple million sel

I think more important than any of the above is network and capital (and capital in your network) If you helped found PayPal and then made a couple million selling your shares, 1) You could probably fund your next venture yourself 2) If not, one of your rich and prolific buddies could probably hook you up 3) If not, the prestige alone will get you in the door with VCs, partners, and other important ears that will need to be grabbed I think we underestimate how disproportionately these factors play into success