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How Boards Need to Evolve Over Time

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When you first start your company and raise initial venture capital your board probably consists of 1-3 founders and 1-2 VCs. Most experienced VCs won’t push you to give up founder control at this stage of the business nor should they. As You Start to Mature. In the Early Days. Mentorship.

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Don’t Let Your Startup O.D. On Cash

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Raising too much cash, too early, can kill your startup. Startups should only spend their money on initiatives that deliver a discernible, measurable return on investment. For many years after Microsoft became highly successful, its executives (yes, including Mr. Gates) flew coach. Sound counterintuitive?

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George Powell – Doing Well By Having Fun

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During that time, his tenure as a young engineer at HP caused him to vow that when he started a company, he would create a culture that treated all employees with respect and humility. In 1978, George teamed up with 20-year old Stacy Peralta, a world champion skateboarder. After speaking with Mr. Powell, it was clear he fit the bill.

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