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Feature Articles
Find the latest feature articles here! We generally post all of our must-read articles here. Click on any headline below to find the full article. And be sure to click the 'view more articles' link at the bottom of the page to read articles you may have missed.
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3 Ways To Generate More Revenues
The good news is that there are really only three ways to increase your revenues. The reason this is good is because it simplifies things. Now, what are these three ways, and how can you improve on each of them so you can really grow your revenues and your profits. . . . keep reading
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The Critical Importance of Negotiating the Option Pool with VCs
Too many companies focus solely on valuation in their discussions with venture capital firms. The problem is that there are other key factors. In fact, you can raise money at a LOWER valuation and still retain a HIGHER percent equity in the company based on the option pool. This article shows you how this works and what to do about it. . . . keep reading
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Sample Convertible Note Agreement
Convertible notes are the recommended financing instrument for Friends & Family and Angel investor rounds because they avoid the entrepreneur having to set a valuation, which could make raising future rounds of financing more challenging to achieve. Here is a sample convertible note agreement. . . . keep reading
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What Returns do Angel Investors Expect?
A GTU member asked a great question yesterday - What % returns do angel investors expect? Here is what the research shows based on data collected from exits on 539 angel investments over the past few years... . . . keep reading
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Can Husband/Wife or Family Teams Raise Venture Capital?
Can a husband/wife team raise venture capital? Can family members raise venture capital together? These are great questions that have good answers. And interestingly, while VCs have a general opinion on this matter, there are MANY exceptions to the rule. Your company could be one of these exceptions. . . . keep reading
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Exclusive Interview with Brad Feld: How First Time Entrepreneurs Raise Capital
I recently had the opportunity to interview Brad Feld, who is considered among the elite investors in privately held companies. For those of you who are not familiar with Brad, his background includes starting and selling his own software company, investing as an angel in 40 to 50 companies, and founding or co-founding three venture capital firms: Intensity Ventures, Mobius Venture Capital and Foundry Group, where he currently serves as Managing Director. While there were several invaluable points for entrepreneurs seeking capital in the interview, I found the following to be most interesting: . . . keep reading
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Angel Investors Uncovered
In this video clip, Ron Conway and Mike Maples explain the definition of an angel investor. Covering everything from the differences between angel investors and venture capitalists, to why angel investors can often be a better choice for the start up, the pair delve into a quick overview of the angel investor. . . . keep reading
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Arrogant VC or Sage Advice
I received an email with a link to this venture capitalist's blog. The email mentioned how arrogant this VC was. But, upon reading the page, I think the VC was just being honest, and was offering some GREAT advice. . . . keep reading
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How To Raise Capital During the Credit Crunch
Since the beginning of Fall 2008, raising capital has become more challenging due to the credit crunch and resulting public market declines. However, it is always a great time to raise capital and succeed if you know what you are doing. Remember that countless great companies were launched and funded during recessions, such as Coors, Hewlett-Packard and Microsoft. . . . keep reading
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The Email that Got Me 50 VC Meetings
Email a venture capitalist your business plan and your chances of instant death are enormous. What you should be doing is sending a "teaser" email. Here is a copy of the teaser email I used to get over 50 meetings with venture capitalists and raise millions of dollars. . . . keep reading
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Insider Secrets: How to Network Your Way to Capital
You have a great idea or business. But you don't know any investors. You're not alone. Companies in your shoes raise capital every day. And they do it through networking. Here are the tips you need so you can do it too, both online and offline. . . . keep reading
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Free High Profile Investor & Lender Publicity
Would investors, customers, and partners be impressed (and possibly write you large checks!) if you were interviewed by large magazines, newspapers, radio and television shows? You bet! Here's a unique way to get this publicity quickly and for free. . . . keep reading
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The 52 Week Investor Networking Solution: Weeks 1-7
Networking your way to capital WORKS and it is perhaps the BEST way to raise capital. In this series, I review the book "The 29% Solution: 52 Weekly Networking Success Strategies" and modify each week's strategy as needed to apply to capital raising. . . . keep reading
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How to Identify the Right Partner at a Venture Capital Firm
Venture capital firms are comprised of individual partners and associates. These partners and associates make investment decisions and typically take a seat on each portfolio company's Board. If you choose to contact the wrong partner at a VC firm, your funding chances could plummet. . . . keep reading
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Realism vs. Optimism in the Business Plan
The most important function of a business plan is to create interest among investors so that they write a check. In achieving this goal, business plan writers are often challenged by determining the proper level of optimism in their plan. That is, they must create a compelling story to investors while maintaining credibility. . . . keep reading
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