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Someone Stole My Startup Idea – Part 2: They Raised Money With My.

Steve Blank

The initial hypothesis for Epiphany (from my much smarter partner Ben ) was that as departments in the enterprise (manufacturing, finance, customer support sales) became automated, the marketing department would eventually get its turn. We consciously didn’t ask potential customers to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

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5 Things You Should Never Say When Fundraising

Up and Running

The vast majority of fundraising negotiations with investors are done behind closed doors, especially for a company that has yet to receive its first institutional round of financing. You must sign an NDA, too many of my ideas have been stolen”. Leave the negotiating door open until you get to that point. Final Thoughts on Fundraising.

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16 Common Mistakes Young Startups Make

mashable.com

Young founders tend to complicate things too much, from structuring partnership agreements, financing, leases, etc. Some entrepreneurs think it’s a luxury to have accounting, finance, or other support functions, but it’s important not to be afraid of spending resources early on for administrative efficiency. Social Media.

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