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The Changing Structure of the VC Industry

Both Sides of the Table

Just 3 years ago there was talk of institutional investors “not being able to write small enough checks.” Because this is all VCs do and if we intend to work with all of our fellow VCs and entrepreneurs when the rain ends and the sun shines again our reputations matter greatly. The iPhone was released.

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The Next Bubble – Don’t Get Fooled Again

Steve Blank

In the stealth phase , prescient angel investors and Venture Capitalists (VCs) start investing in an industry or market segment that others have not yet found. In the case of this bubble, it was social networks, consumer and mobile applications, and the cloud. The higher the price, the more investments pour in.

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How I Raised A $1.5M Seed Round in Austin

Austin Startup

His team was fantastic, they were fair, they helped provide us with a good foundation for other investors to participate in. Having a reputable lead not only helps with establishing terms, it helps to get other investors to participate. Early on I decided that finding a lead first was important and I aimed high. Remember that.

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