The investment will have to yield at least as much money as I could get by investing in another business with the same risk level.

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Sure, some startups are incredibly exciting and interesting but I have no idea how they will make money, or at least live up to their private market valuations.

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Without knowing anyone on your list, I would guess that at least a few of them would love to have more money.

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At least within a sport I think it has to be the same, otherwise schools with more money will have the advantage.

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