The way I read it was that to "seem formidable" is first and foremost a subjective assessment. You have to impress the VC's as to your ability to succeed, in a

The way I read it was that to "seem formidable" is first and foremost a subjective assessment. You have to impress the VC's as to your ability to succeed, in a short period of time. It's a smell test. I could be wrong. If I am, maybe Pg will correct me ;-)