“On Angel Day each startup will only get ten minutes, so we encourage them to focus on just two goals: (a) explain what you’re doing, and (b) explain why users will want it. That might sound easy, but it’s not when the speakers have no experience presenting, and they’re explaining technical matters to an audience that’s mostly non-technical.”

“I’m a law student and am working in a litigation firm this summer. I have been quite disappointed how little energy I have for ‘high’ culture when I get home from work. It’s just so easy to watch Friends! … How can I work, write fiction and consume culture in a workable way? Is the problem the ten hour work day? I’m interested to hear about your schedule and your thoughts on overcoming a (hated) tendency towards passivity.”