Startup Fund or Growth Equity Firm

Wanted to hear general thoughts on the matter between joining a startup investment firm, or joining a standard growth equity firm.

Recognize that a role with a startup fund will require more hours, effort, and a lack of junior-level guidance, but may come with higher pay, more influence on firm decisions, etc.

On the other hand, a role at a growth equity firm would offer more formal training and experience, less downside risk of 0 returns, and a better way to stay connected.

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Hypothetical

In early processes for growth equity, but a friend of mine is leaving his VP role to start his own fund.

Also, brings up the question of execution / fundraising risk.

 

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