
This Week in Startups FB vs. Apple on AR and Ads, Twitter's Future, Conflict, Crypto Regulation with Antonio Garcia Martinez & Zach Coelius | E1427
Apr 6, 2022
Antonio Garcia Martinez, author of "Chaos Monkeys," and investor Zach Coelius dive into compelling discussions. They share insights from Antonio’s recent trip to Ukraine and unpack the significant fallout of Apple’s ad tracking updates on Facebook. The duo also reflects on Elon Musk’s role with Twitter and the implications for its future. Additionally, they tackle the complex landscape of crypto regulation and how emerging technologies intersect with these evolving challenges.
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Candid Feedback
- Zach Coelius advises being candid with founders when giving feedback.
- This filters out those who cannot handle criticism and identifies potential partners.
Ask for Milestones
- Jason Calacanis advises founders to ask investors what milestones would change their minds.
- This clarifies expectations and provides a roadmap for future discussions.
Avoid Asking for Referrals After Rejection
- Avoid asking VCs for other investors if they reject you.
- This is a poor signal and can damage your chances with other firms.





