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Roping in the Legal Eagles

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The reference may be well-intentioned, but the lawyer’s allegiance may be divided between the investor and you. Such a lawyer will not go out of their way to screw you, but when crafting the investor documents and in future investor-related issues, your lawyer’s allegiance must be to your company. but They Make Great Guard Dogs.

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Bro Factor – Intimate Relationships Which Provide Your Startup With An Unfair Advantage

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However, in the world of startups, relationships that go beyond a casual acquaintance can provide your adVenture with a significant competitive advantage. Each party’s first allegiance is to their organization. At large companies, such behavior is often discouraged and in many organizations, it is even considered unprofessional.

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