Distribution Finance Metrics Seed Stage 
Genuine VC
JULY 19, 2010
It’s clear that despite the varied terminology (Super Angel, Micro VC, Seed Stage VC, Seed Firms, etc.), The traditional VCs which have recognized the demand-side issue have launched numerous (sometimes high-profile) separate special programs and initiatives to play at the seed stage, to varying degrees of success.
VC Adventure
MAY 5, 2022
I’m observing that IRR is a metric that is becoming an increasing focus in venture, replacing fund return multiple as the key metric of success. I understand the draw of IRR, and – as a fund draws to a close – there’s no question it’s an important metric. Some of those companies will be successful.
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David Teten
JANUARY 19, 2021
This structure allows for alignment on the front end, and real-time flexibility for performance metrics,” says Samira Salman , a family office investor and advisor. . Flexible VCs have created structures based on other company performance metrics than revenues, such as profits or founder salaries. Flexible VC 102: Variations.
K9 Ventures
APRIL 9, 2014
Instead, it was more of a result of over-funding at the seed stage. There was simply too much money coming in to the seed stage, which increased the supply of companies at the seed stage. Top engineering talent today has a bimodal distribution. The deal stage and sizes have changed dramatically.
View from Seed
JUNE 30, 2015
A few weeks ago, Manu Kumar wrote an excellent post detailing the current state of the seed financing landscape. One very common meme these days is that “seed is the new A.” For all of these, the metrics and growth need to be the result of legitimate PMF and execution, not tricks. (If
Steve Blank
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
What most founders don’t realize is: Every stage of a startup requires a different set of metrics and milestones and founder skills. Step 2: The Seed round – you raise $1-$3M (in some cases even $2-5M). Btw, the definition of each startup financing stage has changed in the last decade. Seed Round of Funding.
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 6, 2011
I still think it’s best to take money from Dave when you’re also partnered with a more focused, hands-on seed-stage VC who brings different things to the table – like more ability to write larger checks in a downturn (for one) or solving a deep crisis that involves super hands-on involvement.
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