College Scout Investment Framework

A strategy for breaking into startup investing by becoming a scout for established investors, leveraging AngelList's new tools that make deal splitting easier.

The Scout Strategy

• Contact 4 favorite investors weekly
  • Send structured emails highlighting interesting startups
  • No need to ask for a job directly
  • Focus on providing value first

Email Framework

• Introduce yourself with clear expertise/angle
  • Example: "I'm a developer watching the tech scene"
  • Example: "I'm into music watching that space"
• Commit to sending 3 interesting startups weekly
• Ask only for optional one-line feedback
  • Can be about why it's stupid or awesome
  • Don't require lengthy responses

Follow-up Process

• Send consistently for 3 weeks
• If no response after 3 weeks:
  • Move on to different investors
  • Find new targets to pitch to

Expected Outcomes Within 1 Year

• Build a portfolio of startup equity
• Gain experience in:
  • Sourcing deals
  • Due diligence
  • Pitch preparation
  • Working with professional investors

Why This Works

• Fun way to learn startup investing
• Play "fantasy investor" while building real relationships
• No capital required to start
• Leverages AngelList's new tools for deal splitting
• Creates win-win for both scout and investor