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Russ Wilcox
Partner at Pillar VC
audios by Russ Wilcox
When I socialize my idea, how do I determine which parts need to remain confidential?
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What is a VCs expected time frame for $100M in net revenue vs. run rate?
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Does a patent allow me to operate freely?
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How can I prove there is customer interest for my deep tech startup?
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How do VCs distinguish between a product and a feature?
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How much equity should I give advisors?
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What is the success rate for getting patents?
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Will patents completely protect me from competitors?
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If I can't patent my technology, will it still be attractive to VCs?
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