Les with the 2021 Wrap-Up \\ The Anti-Portolio and Telling Founders “No”

In today's episode, I wrap up the year by highlighting the topic of hearing “no” as a founder. I highlight some interesting stories of “no” by talking about the anti-portfolio for some funds. Finally, I wrap up with some perspective on why hearing no may not be the worst thing, and how founders can handle the nos and move forward. Here’s a closer look at the episode:The word Les hates saying the most.The human aspect of having a dream. Bessemer Venture Partners and the idea of an anti-portfolio. Some other fascinating stories of companies that ended in the anti-portfolio.Why it is ok to sometimes hear no and why it might be for the best.Smiling with every No.Resources:Les’s video for founders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L41HqRnhplI Anti-portfolios:https://www.bvp.com/anti-portfolio https://versionone.vc/the-version-one-anti-portfolio-the-opportunities-we-missed/ https://www.cbinsights.com/research/vc-missed-opportunities/ http://markbivens.com/m/antiportfolio