Arielle Zuckerberg On Her First Six Months In VC At KPCB

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Harry Stebbings is the founder and host of The Twenty Minute VC , an independent podcast focused on venture capital.

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Following TC's article last November reporting on Arielle Zuckerberg's entrance into the world of venture with Kleiner Perkins, we thought it would be fascinating to check in with her to see how her first 6 months in venture has been.

In what turned out to be a refreshingly honest interview we discussed the hardest elements of the transition in venture; what skills Arielle successfully took from her angel investing and product management background to KPCB; how she evaluates product and her learning process for developing new skills.

Our wide-ranging discussion also touched on how Zuckerberg believes AI will be embedded into all products; what makes a great founder; and how individuals wishing to enter the venture industry can position themselves well. She even chatted about her infamous acapella moon walk at KPCB's Monday morning meeting!

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