Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 12, 2010
I recently got an email from a friend who had been approached by a well known VC. I’m an investor at [Big Name, Large Fund VC] and recently came across [Your Company]. The actual investment professionals (partners) are too busy to call companies that they’re interested in so they basically outsource it.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Yet as I mentor entrepreneurs around the country, crowdfunding still seems to be one of the least understood approaches to startup funding, with more myths than accredited angels and professional venture capital investors combined. Other popular sites for startups, including StartupNation and Startups.co
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Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
But for angel investors and venture capital investors, just remember that investors are not on your team (yet). Lead with your two-page executive summary, be prepared to give a ten-slide investor presentation. Don’t be afraid to use some mercenaries to back you up (outsourcing, consultants). Fully prepare for the assault.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 24, 2022
The bad news is that it’s still a jungle fight for survival for entrepreneurs of all ages and demographics, with over 80 percent not having access to bank loans or venture capital. Talent can also be outsourced, but surviving in the business jungle without talent is unlikely. Money is no substitute for these other treasures.
Both Sides of the Table
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
Quick summary: Be careful not to have too many co-founders. And you need to be careful about giving up control to cofounders as much as VCs. Hire admin / office management after you raise a reasonable size VC round. There are no “right” answers – just opinions. Engineering is critical but it is not everything.
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 25, 2011
This thinking is largely driven by the venture capital industry (and subsequently Wall Street) who are in search of high margin, highly scalable businesses. It’s nearly impossible to get a services company financed by VCs. Why Shouldn’t Most Services Businesses Raise VC? It may be the right answer for you.
Both Sides of the Table
JULY 19, 2011
And yes, VC’s, too. They outsource the critical negotiations and “trust their advisors to handle the details.&# You can’t outsource this to a recruiter. Negotiate directly with your VC or acquirer with lawyers present in the room. VCs : VCs are often on your side and usually act in an ethical manner.
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