In Silicon Valley, calling someone 'good at fundraising' is often an insult
vaibhavbetter · x · 2026-10-28
Quoting Philip Johnston: in Silicon Valley, saying "He's good at fundraising" is often meant as a subtle insult — implying the actual product isn't the strong suit. The replier adds that fundraising is a skill you can't build without, yet one people deride.
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