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Feb 2, 2026 
Oren Zeev, a solo VC with $1B+ AUM and hits like Navan and Audible, explains his radical-alignment approach. He debates AI winners versus victims. He warns against chasing hyper-growth and predicts a VC shakeout where many funds fail. He explains his zero management fee / high carry structure and why managers should hide strategy from LPs.
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Judge GPs By Motive, Not Just Valuations
- Scrutinize how GPs report paper valuations and assess GP motivation to inflate.
- Rely on GP character and track record more than reported TVPI alone.
Think Twice Before Pre-IPO Secondaries
- Avoid selling top pre-IPO positions unless you must; buyers demand steep discounts.
- Hold winners because secondaries usually force you to trade future upside for immediate DPI.
Radical Alignment: No Fee Income Until LPs Paid
- Zeev is the largest LP in every fund (~13-14%) and reinvests management fees until LPs are paid back.
- He takes 30% carry and sees no management fee income before LPs recover capital.
