What VCs say vs What they mean:
1) “Come back after traction” = We want proof without risk.
2) “We love the team” = The idea is meh, but you seem cool.
3) “Let’s stay in touch” = Probably never gonna happen unless you blow up.
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Anonymous 2
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Sometimes “come back later” means “your market is too small right now” or “we’re overcommitted.” It’s lazy signaling, sure, but VCs get bombarded with decks — they need polite no’s to not burn bridges.
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