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Some Career Advice for Aspiring Tech CEOs

Both Sides of the Table

For some aspiring to be tech entrepreneurs, I often suggest a two-step process, as I argued in this post that “ The First Startup Founder You Need to Invest in Is You.” But I also have advice for the 15% that really do want to be a startup CEO. I’m just pointing out that it’s not for most people.

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Meet Benchmark’s New Partner: Eric Vishria

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After graduating from Stanford in mathematical and computer science when he was just 19, Eric joined the newly-formed enterprise software company Loudcloud (which became Opsware in 2002). We believe that successful early-stage venture investing is just that: a craft. We could not be happier to have him on board.

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Everything An Angel Investor Should Know About The Corporate Transparency Act

Angel Capital Association

As an angel investor, you might sit on the board of one or more companies. What About Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) Formed to Make an Investment? Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) might be formed to make an investment. link] Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes and does not contain or convey legal advice.

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Should You Really be a Startup Entrepreneur?

Both Sides of the Table

It was 2002 – the “dog days&# of the Internet and we were running out of cash. I learned this lesson long ago – many investors wait until you’re staring at a cliff before committing whether to re-invest in you. My SVP of Sales & Marketing quit 30 minutes before an important board meeting.

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Should You Really be a Startup Entrepreneur?

Both Sides of the Table

It was 2002 – the “dog days&# of the Internet and we were running out of cash. I learned this lesson long ago – many investors wait until you’re staring at a cliff before committing whether to re-invest in you. My SVP of Sales & Marketing quit 30 minutes before an important board meeting.

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What the Past Can Tell Us About the Future of Social Networking

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The Past (1985-2002). We had email, instant messaging, group calendars, discussion boards, etc. But AOL brought online services, email, chat and discussion boards to the masses and thus educated a generation that paved the way for others. StockTwits) where you really want to know more about the person giving you advice.