The founder-investor relationship is a delicate one, but, when cultivated correctly, it can have powerful results for everyone involved. In particular, founders have the opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of what motivates and interests investors, which serves new and seasoned founders alike in all investor interactions. This series, authored by Bow & Drape founder and Alpaca VC and XFactor Ventures partner Aubrie Pagano, guides you through three common situations in which an investor’s mindset is key: hiring, pitching, and scenario planning.