Episode #20: AgTech and Venture Capital, Signs of a Failing Company, What The Heck Does Pre-Seed Even Mean?

In this episode of The Learning Corner, the conversation kicks off with insights into understanding the role of Agtech in early-stage investing. The discussion then moves to identifying signs that a startup might be on the brink of failure, with a focus on the critical role of product velocity. Attention is given to recognizing red flags in founder behavior that could signal potential challenges. The episode concludes with a detailed exploration of pre-seed rounds, highlighting their significance and impact on the broader venture capital landscape.

Is Agtech Broken for Venture Capital—or Are We Asking the Wrong Question? by Sarah Nolet 9 Signs a Startup Isn't Going to Make It by Amelia Ibarra What Actually Is a Pre-Seed Round by Peter Walker

(0:00) Picking the right people and agtech in early-stage investing (6:50) Signs a startup might fail and the importance of product velocity (11:22) Recognizing red flags in founder behavior (13:34) Defining pre seed rounds and their impact on venture capital