Berkonomics

JUNE 8, 2017

Email readers, continue here…] Bootstrapping: This term describes your ability to start a business with little investment and grow it using internally-generated funds. Strategic partner” investors: If you can find a strategic partner willing to invest in your enterprise, consider it a blessing.

Private Equity 106

Private Equity Valuation Cap Table Accredited Investor 106

Gust

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

If your startup is at the wrong stage for the investor you are approaching, fishing for money is a waste of time for both of you. For instance, if your company is only a few weeks old and you have zero customers and your product offering is still in design, don’t expect someone to hand over $10 million to fund your efforts.

Venture Capital 171

Venture Capital Investment Bankers Angel Investor Initial Public Offering 171

David Teten

JANUARY 21, 2021

(co-written with Jamie Finney, Founding Partner at Greater Colorado Venture Fund. In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth.

Equity 78

Equity Revenue Cofounder Colorado 78

Berkonomics

JANUARY 20, 2010

Email readers continue here.]. Bootstrapping: This term describes your ability to start a business with little investment and grow it using internally-generated funds. It is most often a win-win for both you and the strategic partner. Professional angels: This is the arena where I work and play.

Private Equity 69

Private Equity Valuation Cap Table Accredited Investor 69

Austin Startup

JUNE 26, 2019

We tried, and opted out of, potentials for pivots; we pitched for game-changing partners and acquisitions that did not ultimately convert. The Whole Enchilada For those of you interested in more than The Skinny, keep reading… Countless conversations have been had with key users, customers, advisors, mentors, family and friends.

Silicon Valley 54

Silicon Valley Startup B2C Sweat Equity 54

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 12, 2012

Generally, the same criteria applies to venture capital investors, although they invest other people’s money, at a later stage, in larger amounts. This is definitely the space for bootstrapping and personal networking. Entrepreneurs in an unfamiliar domain better find a partner who has been there before they apply for funding.

Angel Groups 237

Angel Groups Angel Investor Early Stage Startup 237

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 14, 2011

Generally, the same criteria applies to venture capital investors, although they invest other people’s money, at a later stage, in larger amounts. This is definitely the space for bootstrapping and personal networking. Entrepreneurs in an unfamiliar domain better find a partner who has been there before they apply for funding.

Angel Investor 217

Angel Investor Angel Groups Early Stage Startup 217

techcrunch.com

OCTOBER 23, 2010

One of the things I do as a founder of a later stage startup is to meet with early stage entrepreneurs to help them get their companies going. In Meebo’s case, for example, I was lucky enough to partner up with Elaine and Sandy. No looking for partnerships (who’s going to partner with you anyway?). Partner up?

Technical Review 84

Technical Review Cofounder Technical Cofounder Software Review 84

Gust

JULY 1, 2012

Generally, the same criteria applies to venture capital investors, although they invest other people’s money, at a later stage, in larger amounts. This is definitely the space for bootstrapping and personal networking. Entrepreneurs in an unfamiliar domain better find a partner who has been there before they apply for funding.

Angel Groups 143

Angel Groups Angel Investor Early Stage Startup 143

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 3, 2010

Generally, the same criteria applies to venture capital investors, although they invest other people’s money, at a later stage, in larger amounts. This is definitely the space for bootstrapping and personal networking. Entrepreneurs in an unfamiliar domain better find a partner who has been there before they apply for funding.

Angel Groups 121

Angel Groups Angel Investor Early Stage Later Stage 121