07/08/2026
Most angels promise a lot — mentorship, network, endless support. In reality, what actually holds up is much smaller: one intro that leads somewhere, a fast yes/no on follow-on, a reference call when you actually need it.
The check gets you in the room. Everything else has to be earned.
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