Jeremy Au unpacks the real value add of venture capital beyond just funding. Using data and founder behavior patterns, he explains how investor type, timing, team building and university background shape outcomes. The conversation highlights what actually helps founders succeed, how top tier funds scout talent and where undervalued opportunities lie across Southeast Asia. 00:34 Research Insights on Angel Investments: Jeremy shares how angel backing increases startup survival by 14 percent, hiring by 40 percent and exits by 10 percent. The early investor effect is real and measurable. 01:36 Key Components of Successful Entrepreneurs: Success tends to repeat when founders launch at the right time, attract high quality resources and execute well. 02:28 Impact of Top Tier vs Lower Tier VCs: First time and failed founders see more benefit from top tier VCs. Successful founders already have momentum and get less marginal value. 05:39 University Influence on Startup Success: Southeast Asia's top unicorn founders often come from NUS and UI. Meanwhile, Ivy League founders get higher funding but often at higher valuations, limiting upside. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/vc-impact-on-founders Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

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