How to get on a VC’s radar in 30 days (using only LinkedIn + X)

Hi! I’m glad you’re here. You’ve made it to issue #84 of VC Demystified🪄.

My name’s Nicole - I’m a Principal at an early stage venture fund, and I know firsthand that VC can often be a black box. Breaking into the industry may feel daunting and resources can seem scarce and inaccessible. I wanted to put together a newsletter to give others the playbook I wish I had when I first started.

Today’s deep dive: A step-by-step playbook for turning thoughtful LinkedIn and X engagement into familiarity, credibility, and conversations with investors

^{My personal mission is to open as many doors as possible for other people and this newsletter is just one avenue to do that. As always, I will continue to post VC insights daily for free across my socials. This newsletter may contain paid partnerships or affiliate links.}

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A step-by-step playbook for turning thoughtful LinkedIn and X engagement into familiarity, credibility, and conversations with investors

Breaking into VC gets easier the moment people in the ecosystem start recognizing your name. Not because you went viral or posted every day but because you showed up consistently in the spaces where VCs spend their time: LinkedIn and X.

Social media is one of the most overlooked ways to get on a VC’s radar, build familiarity, and eventually land conversations that lead to real opportunities. And you don’t need content, followers, or a personal brand to use it. You just need a plan.

In an industry where many roles never get posted publicly and opportunities often travel through informal networks, this is one of the simplest ways to become a known quantity.

Recognition comes before access and social platforms let you manufacture that recognition for free.

Why Social Media Works (Even If You Never Post Anything)

VC is a network-heavy world. A lot happens behind the scenes, through DMs, text threads, and founders referring people they like. Getting noticed isn’t about being loud, it’s about being remembered.

And thoughtful engagement is memorable.

Andrew Chen of a16z once said that social media creates a “perceived sense of closeness” even between people who have never met.

When your name keeps showing up under a VC’s posts, that’s exactly what happens.

Your comments create micro-touchpoints. Over time, you move from “stranger” → “familiar” → “trusted enough to reply.”

This is how you create surface area for opportunity when you’re starting from scratch.

The Playbook: How to Break In Through Engagement

You don’t need to publish content.
You don’t need a polished brand.
You don’t need a large following.

Being strategic and consistent is enough.

1. Build a target list of firms and investors

Create a list of 25+ VCs, angels, operators, and firms you genuinely want to learn from or work with.

2. Turn on LinkedIn notifications for each person

Early comments get the most visibility. You want to show up when they post, not 12 hours later. Use the bell icon in the top right corner of a person’s profile to do this.

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