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Podcast: Traction Podcast
Episode: $5B in Venture Deals: What Founders Need To Know with Nick Washburn of Intel Capital
Description: Venture capital isn’t just about funding — it’s about making the right bets at the right time. Nick Washburn, Senior Managing Director of Intel Capital, shares insights on founder-investor dynamics, venture capital strategies and the evolving landscape of AI-driven business models. Specifically, Nick discusses:(03:34) The move from law to venture capital.(10:46) Companies are bought, not sold — startups must plan ahead for acquisition.(15:47) Product-market fit sparks growth, but scaling is the real test.(19:55) Investing without deep market knowledge leads to failure.(26:01) Data pipe...