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Flexible VC, a New Model for Companies Targeting Profitability

David Teten

(co-written with Jamie Finney, Founding Partner at Greater Colorado Venture Fund. From RBI, Flexible VCs borrow the ability to reap meaningful returns without demanding founders build for an exit. Capacity Capital, Greater Colorado Venture Fund, Indie.VC, Reformation Partners, UP Fund, Versatile VC. Of the Inc. return cap.

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Take only “smart money” investments

Berkonomics

We have previously made the case that professional investors demand more in the form of restrictive covenants and lower valuations. In a number of cases, these VC partners have made the difference between success and failure or at least growth vs. stagnation. This statement could be considered controversial.

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Take only “smart money” investments

Berkonomics

We have previously made the case that professional investors demand more in the form of restrictive covenants and lower valuations. In a number of cases, these VC partners have made the difference between success and failure or at least growth vs. stagnation. This statement could be considered controversial.

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How to Negotiate a Partner Role at a Venture Capital or Private Equity Firm

David Teten

It’s hard enough to get a job at a venture capital or private equity firm; it’s even more complex to join as a Partner. Sean Seton-Rogers, Partner, Profounders Capital, breaks the conversation into three areas: Control: voting/veto for new deals, share of management company. So assessing fit is critical. What should the firm do?

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Money comes smart or dumb. Find smart.

Berkonomics

We have previously made the case that professional investors demand more in the form of restrictive covenants and lower valuations. In a number of cases, these VC partners have made the difference between success and failure or at least growth vs. stagnation. This statement could be considered controversial.

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Why Crunch Modes Doesn't Work: Six Lessons

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From the Work Less Party, Tom Walkers Prosperity Covenant : That output does not rise or fall in direct proportion to the number of hours worked is a lesson that seemingly has to be relearned each generation. In fact, they will demand that these people work to the point of legal impairment as a condition of continued employment.