Feld Thoughts

AUGUST 25, 2015

Instead, the driver was the 1983 bull market. Put a willing and forgiving exit market following any investment period and you get spectacular returns. There are five key risks in any deal: Market, Product (a/k/a technology), Management, Business Model, and Capital. This isn’t correct either. A good example is Symantec.

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BeyondVC

APRIL 12, 2005

After having returned from vacation last week, I had the chance to reflect on the current venture and investing market. I see this as a trend that will only accelerate in the next few years as you have venture funds, LBO shops, and even hedge funds get into the tech buyout action.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Expanding your marketing, administration, and operations can present some serious challenges, however, if you prepare well in advance, then you will have no problem navigating the competitive business climate. Social media campaigns can be incredibly effective means of boosting sales and increasing reach to targeted markets.

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Agile VC

AUGUST 9, 2012

Zynga’s faced a lot of pressure in the public markets recently. We also know lots of valid reasons why the company could be valued at far less than it once was including: Stalled Growth – revenue essentially flat over the last 4 quarters. market cap minus $1.6B Draw something… other than this painful chart.

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Tim Keane

SEPTEMBER 18, 2006

After the idea/product/service is built, and the market mapped, the company begins to grow. And in businesses that are not on a "harvest path," this system, (combined with a constantly updated market map) should work well for a long time, potentially providing a lot of positive cash flow for the company and its owners.

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