Sequoia's Roelof Botha warns founders about chasing sky-high valuations as the firm doubles down on its selective approach
Update: 2025-11-03
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In this episode, we delve into the Trump administration's new approach to interacting with American companies, marked by direct and permanent equity stakes in strategic industries. Sequoia Capital's Roelof Botha discusses the implications for innovation and private investment, warning startup founders about the emotional toll of rapid valuations and advising them to focus on building their businesses. Botha also shares Sequoia's unique team-based decision process and commitment to supporting only the most promising startups, even as the venture capital landscape becomes more crowded.
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