Hot AI founders risk alienating VCs with power moves

Hot AI founders risk alienating VCs with power moves

Mar 22, 2026
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The Gist

  • AI founders have unprecedented leverage with VCs in 2026
  • Scheduling back-to-back 15-minute VC calls signals transactional intent
  • Refusing to share pre-meeting materials cools investor enthusiasm

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Even with leverage, founders should balance efficiency with relationship-building to secure long-term partners.

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