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10 Key Traits Of An Ideal Entrepreneur Partner

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A while back I talked about how and where to find a co-founder in “ For a Startup, Two Heads are Always Better Than One ”. In this context, I’m broadening the definition of partner from co-founder to “business partner.” Most entrepreneurs work long hours and weekends to get the job done. Compatible work styles.

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Entrepreneurs: Don’t Quit Your Real Job Too Early

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Many entrepreneurs I know feel guilty about not quitting their day job when initiating their startup, worrying about not giving their all to an employer, juggling the multiple roles, or even a legal conflict of interest. In a part-time effort, a co-founder is essential to keeping you on-track and working. 5,000 active users?

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Right Entrepreneurs In The Right Place Get Funded

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The significant findings include the following: Founders need to live in the right place. 87% of funded founders are white, which is not too far above the US population of 77% white. Fully 39% of founders funded were formerly CEOs or had founded prior companies. More founders generally means more money. No surprises here.

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For a Startup, Two Heads are Always Better Than One

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If you are a first-time entrepreneur, I recommend that you team with a co-founder with experiences, connections, and a skill set that complements, but doesn’t duplicate yours. Even experienced entrepreneurs need a partner to back up each other and improve fundability. Co-founder is a long-term relationship.

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How does someone get a meeting with angel investor David S. Rose?

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So, putting all that together, to get a pitch meeting with me, an entrepreneur would probably have the best result with the following strategy: Read up on the kinds of investments I make, and the kinds of opportunities I am seeking. If you have a co-founder, see if you can bring him/her along with you; I like to meet the key players.

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5 Things I Look when Investing in a Startup

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It’s the result of several decades in high tech, three years as an investor in a local Oregon angel investment group , some consulting in due diligence for venture capital, and my experience as founder and co-founder of successful ventures. I want the founders to know that’s important, talk about it, and think about it.

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Founders Learn One Day at a Time Like Everybody Else

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Dropbox Co-Founder Drew Houston believes false mythologies about tech company founders do a disservice to aspiring entrepreneurs. While many people think all tech founders start with world conquering visions, says Houston, the reality is that founders learn one day at a time just like everyone else.

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