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What The Heck Does “Traction” Really Mean To A VC?

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Nearly every entrepreneur has heard the refrain, "Get back to me when you have some traction,” while seeking funding. However, when uttered by most Venture Capitalists (VCs) it conveys a desire to obtain validation of your venture's value proposition from dispassionate, objective third parties. Triangle Of Evidence.

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Why Millennial Entrepreneurs Should Never Watch Shark Tank Alone

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