Dream It

JANUARY 13, 2021

Do your research You should do your research before talking to an associate. We understand that as an entrepreneur you’ve got a lot on your plate. We talk to companies all the time that don’t know we’re a sector-specific fund. of the meeting to talk more about you and your great company. For example.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 30, 2015

Sam Altman of YC recently pointed out that pulling back during the downturn in 2008 would result in several big misses: In October of 2008, Sequoia Capital—arguably the best-ever in the business—gave the famous “RIP Good Times” presentation (I was there). A few months later, we funded Airbnb. So where does that leave us?

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

On the positive side, funding happens so rarely, that you’re inevitably going to be asked how you did it—and it’s just human nature to think that it’s something you did, versus the inherent awesomeness of the idea, the team’s relevance to the challenge, etc. Well, if you add it to your startup, it does a few things.

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This is going to be BIG.

JUNE 10, 2015

I recently met up with an investor who I'm not totally sure is a fit for my second fund , so it was important to me that I was upfront about all the reasons why he shouldn't come in. So here's all the reasons I told him he shouldn't be in: 1) Fund investing is boring. Being in a fund is not the same thing as angel investing.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Nearly 100,000 businesses have permanently closed due to COVID-19. And with no end in sight for returning to business as usual, that number can be intimidating to anyone who’s considering opening their own business or entrepreneurs hoping to survive the next year. What can you learn from these businesses? Practicality.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 28, 2025

” Andreese n provides insight into how an entrepreneur pitching for funding should approach investors. The entrepreneur who is seeking funding from investors like Andreessen needs to present a pitch deck that includes those critical elements revealed by Andreesen. The keyword is compelling. Be specific in defining the problem.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 6, 2020

Contributed by Rizwan Virk , author of S tartup Myths and Models: What You Won’t Learn in Business School. Many entrepreneurs are reliant on outside funding, whether angel investors, venture capitalists or strategic investors , to keep the venture going. It’s important to enlist the ideas of others that are invested in your venture.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

We have been seeing quite a few seed rounds getting done in and around $100mm post-money and that concerns me for a few reasons: Seed stage is when a company has a good team, a good idea, but has not yet proven product market fit and a go to market model, and has not yet demonstrated a sustainable business model. fund, before fees and carry.

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This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

This blog post is not about debating if "enough" diverse founders get funding--whatever that might mean. Language around confidence dictates a lot about what other people will tell you your next steps should be. It's probably because the founders aren't blowing the same kind of smoke as their other founders are.

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The Seraf Compass

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

As a newly minted manager of a venture fund, your initial response to the question “what are we busy about?” And, while your response would be directionally correct, it would be woefully incomplete. There is so much more to running a fund than leaping in, chasing companies and slinging cash around.

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Dream It

MARCH 6, 2020

Jeff Berman is General Partner at Camber Creek , one of the first venture funds dedicated to real estate technology and the built world. In these cases, growth metrics, retention rates, and usage data can be more useful to succeeding in your pitch. If you are a niche company, how will you expand your market size over time?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Starting a business is an exciting adventure. After all, who could be a better partner than your best friend? You might be surprised by the obstacles you could face as friends in business together, though. Here are just seven reasons to think again before you launch a business with your buddy.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 21, 2025

Two prominent entrepreneurs share their views on starting a business plus 10 tips every first-time founder should have. Whether youre still in the idea phase or your startup is underway, here are several key strategies and principles that can help steer you toward success. They’re done by a team of people.”

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

DECEMBER 4, 2019

The YLAI Network hosted Michael Goldberg , a professor of entrepreneurship and an expert in international business development, for a Facebook chat in November for Global Entrepreneurship Week. Many themes came up, such as overcoming issues with funding, navigating unstable governments, expanding your business, and dealing with competition.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

Starting a business is often romanticized as a journey filled with exciting milestones and instant success stories. Yet, as most seasoned entrepreneurs will attest, the reality is far more complex and challenging, particularly when you decide to bootstrap your business. I also did not have a business partner.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Having the right business advisor can be a game-changer for an entrepreneur Starting and growing a business is a challenging and often lonely endeavor. Entrepreneurs are presented with both business and personal challenges as they travel their entrepreneurial journey.

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Revolution

MARCH 26, 2025

Todays hearing underscores this committees commitment to prioritizing entrepreneurship and innovation, and I thank you for your leadership in making this a shared nationaleffort. Indeed, new businesses play a significant role in net new job creation in the U.S., Watch the hearing and read his full testimony here andbelow.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

From navigating complex regulations and securing funding to connecting with and growing a network, entrepreneurs in Vietnam face a unique set of challenges as they build their businesses: Access to capital: Securing funding for a new business can be elusive, particularly for startups.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 26, 2020

I’ve become fond of saying “if I had a dollar for every person who told me just how much they loooooved Kara Nortman, I’d have a 10x fund.” She made the right decisions not joining back then because that founder empathy is the “++” that makes a difference in this business. and of course a relentless pursuit of helping founders succeed.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

APRIL 15, 2020

Following our Global Money Week Facebook chat on money management, budgeting, and financial planning in March 2020, we noticed an influx of questions about how to best manage your money and project growth during uncertain times. During a time of income uncertainty, getting up-to-date information can ease your stress and your worries.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 23, 2015

If you can''t go to "seed" investors for your very first investment because you''re too early, that just seems weird to me. Fund size has a lot to do with it. The larger your fund, the larger the checks you need to write and so putting $200k to work at a time doesn''t make economic sense for many investors.

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This is going to be BIG.

JUNE 17, 2024

The decision to fund a company is a combination of a lot of human factors—an assessment of one group of humans by another group of humans, fraught with apples-to-oranges comparisons. Today, I want to write about how to measure how likely you are to get funded, especially when compared to other companies. You sold your last company?

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Founder Bounty

DECEMBER 23, 2024

These VC's will not only help you but will accel your business. Building a startup is not about having an ego even though its your baby. they can open doors you could never do including into funding and pilots with corporates. If you do get and offer from top US VC's take them, dont be greedy and stay humble.

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Source Link

JUNE 8, 2021

Small Business Administration first released the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Community Navigator Pilot Program. With the July 12 application deadline fast approaching, we wanted to address a few frequently asked questions about the program and funding opportunity.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

APRIL 14, 2020

Mais, Desde Cero Finanzas ‘ Julio César Pineda and North Central College ‘s Dr. Ryan Decker, helped you work through your most pressing money management questions. From debt management and saving tips to investment inquiries, you have money on your mind. You have to save first and then pay your bills.

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Revolution

MAY 11, 2023

Consequently, the Bay Area experienced a surge, capturing over one-third of all early-stage venture funding in the U.S., Despite 2022’s heel turn, the ten-year funding trend line still points to VCs concentrating less capital in the major coastal hubs and more in the rest of the country, a collective area of focus for attendees.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 19, 2024

The excitement of building your own business can quickly fade when faced with the reality of resource constraints. By embracing strategic thinking and the lean startup philosophy, you can overcome entrepreneurial challenges and bring your vision to life. You can, too! This definition acts as the cornerstone of future decisions.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 23, 2024

The initial idea was born in 2013 but was not officially registered as a business until 2020 because she faced hardships launching the STEM Builders Learning Hub and finding tutors. The YLAI Fellowship Kavelle participated in the YLAI F ellowship in 2022 and believes that experience is why her business is where it is today. government.

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Source Link

MARCH 29, 2021

While it appears the SBA will be applying this approach to the existing SBA-funded national network such as SBDCs, SCORE and Women Business Centers, the announcement indicates a new funding opportunity will soon open for states, tribes, units of local governments and other nonprofit organizations. Want more information?

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Dream It

APRIL 7, 2020

Friday, April 3 was supposed to be the orderly launch of the CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) providing $349B of urgently needed funding to struggling startups and small businesses. Do’s: Be ready to submit your application this week Read rules around qualification, baselines, and forgiveness.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

To invest in your future. “If you’re willing to go into debt for $100,000-150,000 to get an MBA and have 2 years of your life with no work experience why on Earth wouldn’t you just join the most ambitious early-stage startup you know and work for a paltry salary to get the experience? I often say. “Look.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 13, 2018

The most important advice I could give you before you set out in fund raising mode is to understand that fund-raising a sales & marketing process and needs to be managed. If you don’t believe in your bones that you’re amazing then it’s no wonder you don’t want to sell them on making the investment.”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Store your inventory in a safe place—a hard lesson I learned when my dog stumbled upon my baseball hat collection and bit the tops off all of them. — Knowing that I couldn’t rely on just my teachers’ support, I floated the idea that my friends could buy an entire box— if they pooled their funds.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 29, 2020

There is a popular meme circulating these days that asks, “Who is responsible for your company’s digital transformation?”. As this joke shows, most businesses are struggling to evolve in the current environment. Your ability to empathize with people in your business and your key relationships will ensure support and loyalty.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 27, 2023

We first met at Harvard Business School as young students in 1989. But, just as important, we had access to a unique network: Harvard Business School alumni. We summarize these pearls of wisdom in our new book, Smart Startups: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know — Advice from 18 Harvard Business School Founders.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MAY 18, 2021

Developing your brand means deciding how you distinguish yourself to your audience, and it determines how many people will interact with your organization and what the world knows you stand for. Here are some tips from experts and YLAI Fellowship alumni to learn the secrets to uncovering your brand identity.

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Dream It

MAY 29, 2019

In fact, the biggest mistake you can make at the end of a pitch meeting is not asking VC’s the following question: So, is this the type of company you’d look to fund? It’s the act of asking your customer for their business and finding out what objections they have to the sale when you do so. Steve Barsh. What’s a trial close?

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