Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 27, 2020

The first thing to remember is that banks only do loans – they don’t do equity investments like angels and venture capitalists (and vice versa). If you don't have a team on staff, then a banker is going to want to hear about outsourcing and advisors. Bankers do not contribute equity. Management with a strong track record.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

But not anal if one founder who shares equity graciously with early employees who are treated as “co-founders” My idea startup team is heaving on tech personnel but also has strong product management. And what your views / tips for early-stage startup teams are. I think they care that there is a deep bench of talent.

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SoCal CTO

JANUARY 5, 2011

Steve Blank , January 25, 2010 10 Tips for Adding Game Mechanics to a Non-Gaming Service - ReadWriteStart , September 21, 2010 Startups & VCs: Learn How to Design, Market, & Eat Your Own. - First Principles.

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SoCal CTO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

equity debate. Converts versus equity deals - Chris Dixon , August 31, 2010 There has been a debate going on the past few days over whether seed deals should be funded using equity or convertible notes (converts). angel investing tips. Have convertible notes really won? Developer. Ride on their coattails.

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SoCal CTO

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Equity-Only CTO and Equity-Only Developers - SoCal CTO , November 1, 2010 I had a recent email dialog with the founder of a company looking for a CTO for their startup. The vast majority of companies think about HR as a process and compliance function, outsource it to 3rd party providers (payroll, benefits, etc.)

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