What can you do to "prove" your interest in VC?

What can you do to "prove" your interest in VC, in a career change stand point?
When I say "prove" I mean a line on your resume. For example, you can take CFA level 1 exam if you're interested in AM or HF.

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Okay, that's an idea. Do you think small investments via crowd funding sites would do? or should you go about investing at least $100K or more on actual companies like the angels?

Not everyone is meant to make a difference. But for me, the choice to lead an ordinary life is no longer an option.
 

Hackathons sound cool, but unfortunately, I'm computer illiterate and excel vba is like the closest thing I know to programming :(

Not everyone is meant to make a difference. But for me, the choice to lead an ordinary life is no longer an option.
 

Network with existing VCs and become proficient in a relevant industry theme. In your networking, you can talk about the work you are doing in the given theme and turf up a few early stage names that are worthwhile for the VC to look at. Giving relevant leads will allow you to stand out from the crowd and show that you have a network of and rapport with entrepreneurs.

 

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Not everyone is meant to make a difference. But for me, the choice to lead an ordinary life is no longer an option.

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