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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. Drop your favorite

The most brutal one is ‘we passed due to lack of conviction.’ Translation: “We like it, but we’re not willing to put our name on it in case it fails.” It’s safe, vague, and totally useless as feedback. Give me conviction or give me silence.