Right now is a unique moment in time for both San Francisco and tech in general. And it’s one that likely won’t last long.
Read MoreHow do you convince a VC that your founding team is capable of excelling in areas where you have no relevant experience?
Read MoreWhat is a VC AGM and what do VCs tell their investors behind closed doors?
Read MoreIn venture capital, “portfolio construction” refers to how a fund “spends” (invests) its capital. Let's examine the variables at play when a VC decides what to do "If I Had a (Hundred) Million Dollars".
Read MoreStartups are a marathon, not a sprint. Long-term success requires you to pace yourself. It’s essential that you uncover the things that deplete your energy and what you need to replenish it. You need to find your recharge.
Read MoreMonique Woodard of Cake Ventures, Marvin Liao of Diaspora Ventures, advisor Mike Sigal, Web Summit host Casey Lau and I recently met with startup founders across Scotland. The one topic we kept returning to? The fact that VC isn’t right for 99% of startups.
Read MoreFounders get a lot of VC diligence requests during fundraising. Here are 6 examples of appropriate VC diligence requests and 6 examples that should set off your alarm bells.
Read MoreI'm going to be blunt. Angel investors or VCs asking for advisory shares as a condition of investment is not okay. Full stop.
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