One entrepreneur's learnings from the not-so-dark side of venture capitalism and how the right mindset surrounding investments can support grassroots entrepreneurs.
Zoe PedenApril 5, 2018
The reality is that the VC model is not a good fit for most startups, and it’s not even a fit for most VC-funded startups.
Rafe FurstApril 3, 2017
Where are good fundraising resources for entrepreneurs solving problems that matter? Here's what several entrepreneurs say about what exists – and the gaps.
Zoe SchlagJanuary 24, 2017
Innovative ideas can lead to strong, sustainable companies that solve problems, generate revenue, and create good jobs. For our society to succeed in the long term, funders need to think about how to continue supporting these collaborations, not just focus on trying to pick the next highly-concentrated win.
Ross BairdDecember 16, 2016
Because understanding investor motivations is so important, we're going to let you in on the secret: there are only four reasons people invest in startups.
Rafe FurstDecember 14, 2016
According to this former professional poker player turned investor, there's a lot more luck involved in venture capital than you think.
Rafe FurstOctober 25, 2016
Dear President Obama, you’ve got an amazing opportunity to redefine what venture capital—and the 21st-century innovation economy—will look like. Here's how.
Ross BairdAugust 16, 2016
Here's the problem with venture capital: A lot of startups think they should be VC funded, but they're fundamentally not set up for it. Is it right for you?
Pascal FinetteJuly 22, 2016
Hiring is hard, arduous and riddled with failure, but this post shares 4 tips to bring together an amazing group excited to spend 12 hrs/day together.
Shabnam AggarwalMay 24, 2016
Grit alone is usually not enough for social entrepreneurs to succeed in developing economies.
Mark StraubJuly 7, 2015
I got the following question the other day: “If you get a chance, I’d request…
Brad FeldApril 14, 2015
Interviewing Mark Straub about his investments in world-changing entrepreneurs and his impressive past with micro-finance that has led him to be one of the most savant investors in the world.
Unreasonable MediaJanuary 31, 2014
Here's the one question you should never ask a VC (but entrepreneurs do it all the time anyway). Khosla investor Mark Straub shares and gives advice on alternative strategies to finding the answers you need from potential investors.
Unreasonable MediaFebruary 26, 2012