Thought Leaders
You Must Ask Yourself This Question Before You Pitch Your Idea
If you can't articulate why you are the right leader for the venture, go back to the drawing board.
By Nina Zipkin
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Business Funding
VC Jeremy Liew on the Biggest Pitch Mistake He’s Seen, and It’s a Doozy
Plus, why you should never cram too much information into your initial pitch.
Business Funding
How to Raise Your First Round of Funding
As an entrepreneur, raising capital is a skill that you must have.
By Andrew Tang
Thought Leaders
4 Ways to Predict the Result of Your Investment Pitch
Learn how to read between the lines and spot the red flags when an investor just isn't that into you.
Thought Leaders
VCs Ask Men About the Future and Women About Failure, New Study Finds
That affects how much money they ultimately raised. But here's a strategy to fight back.
By Nina Zipkin
Business Accounting
These Male VCs Have Just Said How Tough It Really Is for Women in Silicon Valley
A sexual harassment scandal is shedding harsh light on another aspect of tech's male dominated culture.
By Peter Page
Business Accounting
Corporate Venture Capital Can Be a Blessing or a Curse. Here’s What Every Entrepreneur Should Consider.
Corporate venture capital is at a ten-year high -- but is it right for you?
By David Hall
Thought Leaders
Top 5 Personality Traits Investors Look for in an Entrepreneur
They'll read your business plan but it's you they invest in.
Human Resources
The Hardest Part of Shifting From World Series Champ to Entrepreneur, According to Mark Teixeira
Ninety-mile-per-hour fastballs? No problem. Meeting cancellations? That's another story.
By Dan Bova
Business Accounting
5 Ways to Take Advantage of Corporate Venture Capital
Don't overlook this funding option.
Business Accounting
5 Essentials for Raising Your Growth Round of Financing
An experienced entrepreneur offers advice for landing the funding you need to grow your business.
Building a Business
For Startups, Do You Bet on the Jockey or the Horse?
Honestly, there's argument for both.
By George Deeb
Business Funding
The 7 Businesses Venture Capitalists Are Really Interested In
VCs fill us in on the sectors likely to score major financing in the months and years ahead.
Business Accounting
6 Important Factors Venture Capitalists Consider Before Investing
Only about one percent of startups get venture capital money. How can you stand out and be that one percent?
Business Accounting
Hey Juicero, Erlich Bachman Just Called and Wants to Invest
After raising $120 million, the $400 internet-connected juicer is as farcical as an entire season of 'Silicon Valley.'
By Gene Marks
Building a Business
5 Questions Every Entrepreneur Should Ask Potential Investors
Understand what each investor brings to the table before you bring them on board.
Business Accounting
To Get This VC’s Attention, Stop Making Spreadsheet-Based Decisions
One VC explains why he backed three startups.
By Nancy Miller
Business Funding
Expert Tips for Not Blowing an Investor Interview From 7 of the Top VCs on the Planet
You can't afford obvious mistakes. Investors are looking for reasons why they shouldn't risk money on your company.
By John Rampton
Business Accounting
7 Things Entrepreneurs Need to Know About the State of Venture Capital
Software, life sciences and biotech are among the industries getting the most love.
By Nina Zipkin
Business Funding
Raising Capital? The Latest (and Greatest) Ways to Fund Your Startup
Silicon Valley attorney Craig Jacoby discusses the latest trends in VC funding.
Thought Leaders
What I Learned From the World’s Greatest Venture Capitalist
Bill Tai blends his passion for windsurfing with his desire to contribute to a better future.
By Tim Denning
Business Accounting
Do Your Homework and Avoid a Venture Capital Nightmare
Three tips to make your venture deals safer.
By Harry Red
Business Funding
The Truth About Working With Asian Investors
Understand the opportunities and considerations for emerging companies seeking funding and strategic partnership from Asian investors.
By Ekta Sahasi
Business Accounting
Do the Job, Don’t Ask for the Job: 10 Ways to Grab Success, According to This VC
Ramtin Naimi, Founder and General Partner of Abstract Ventures, share his tips for thinking and winning big.
By Jeff Beacher
Business News
How Zoona Secured R250 Million In VC Funding
Having bootstrapped in the early days, Zoona's executive team is now taking things to the next level with massive outside investment. Here's their advice on how, when and why to search for growth funding.
Business Funding
5 Ways Hecklers Can Prepare You for Pitching Investors
From improvisation to how to read a room, stand up comedy has a lot to teach entrepreneurs.
By Dave Scott
Business News
Jay Z’s Roc Nation Is Launching a Venture Fund to Invest in Early-Stage Startups
Jay Z's entertainment company is adding startup investing to its repertoire.