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Venture Capitalists Are Looking for Failures

Women on Business

According to an article in the April issue of Harvard Business Review , “Failing By Design,” many venture capitalists won’t invest in a new enterprise if the founder has never undergone failure. Did you know failure is one of the biggest indicators of future success in an entrepreneur? In other words, they are looking for… failures!

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The Leader as a Venture Capitalist

Kevin Eikenberry

He said that when striving for innovation, leaders should think like venture capitalists. Consider what venture capitalists do. But of all of the things he shared, one thing struck me in such a way that I am still thinking about over 24 hours later. The more I think about this idea, the more I like it.

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How to source funds to expand your business

Strategy Driven

Venture capitalists. Venture capitalists are people who choose to invest in businesses to help them start-up or expand. Venture capitalists are looking to make a good return on their investment and, as such, may get involved in running the business or offer their expertise. Angel investors.

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Do You Recognize the Patterns that Lead to Success?

Marshall Goldsmith

My friend Dan Levitan, venture capitalist and managing partner of Maveron does. Venture capital is pretty simple to explain. Venture capitalists raise money from institutions and individuals to create a pool of money. Thank you for this great 101 view of what a venture capitalist does!

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Gray Versus Green: Who Makes the Better Start-Up CEO?

N2Growth Blog

” said venture capitalist Vinod Khosla in 2011. Investors should ask annoyingly detailed questions about the founder’s ability to follow through and achieve results in the face of unexpected obstacles, even if that means probing about school activities, projects, and clubs.

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How to Raise Money as a Business

Strategy Driven

This plan needs to clearly outline your company’s goals, operations, and financial projections. What are some ways to raise money as a business? To prepare for raising money, it is essential to be clear on your business plan. You should also prepare some insights about your market and competition.

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Should You Pursue Venture Capital Groups?

David A Fields

A question I was asked: Many people I network with suggest I talk with venture capitalists and perhaps intellectual property lawyers. I have found venture capitalists to be fairly closed to outside help. Have you found this to be a fertile hunting ground for projects? What is your answer to this consultant?