# E354: Why Most VCs Misunderstand Peter Thiel’s Power Law

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Podcast: [How I Invest with David Weisburd](https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-i-invest-with-david-weisburd-6470713)
Published: 2026-04-23T12:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

What if venture capital isn’t about finding unicorns—but about consistently making good investments? In this episode, I sit down with Eric Scott, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Overlook Capital, to discuss how his approach to venture evolved from chasing power laws to focusing on fundamentals. Eric explains why most venture frameworks only make sense in hindsight, how thinking like a value investor can improve early-stage decision-making, and why founder quality is ultimately revealed through execution, not narratives. We also explore concentrated markets, late-stage venture dynamics, and how reputation, conviction, and timing shape outcomes across cycles.

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