The key to venture business is betting on the one-off deal that will generate returns in leaps and bounds. However, innovation comes in waves, and somehow every few years, certain sectors gain momentum. Then herd mentality kicks in, often clouding judgment, raising valuations, and leading to other managerial issues. Currently, the majority of the investments are in the AI sector, which requires larger check sizes, which is concentrating the venture business. According to Pitc

Venture capitalists seek out businesses with the most innovative ideas and the highest growth potential. For much of the 20th century, however, this area of investment was offered exclusively to ultra high-net-worth individuals and their families. Fortunately, with recent policy movements in the venture capital space, such as the JOBS Act, some funds now offer this area of investment to individuals for a relatively low buy-in. With Crowdfunding turning every one into VCs, wha

Founders (or Entrepreneurs) are the pillars of a company and the venture business. However, their habits are the foundation that supports growth, innovation, and resilience over time. Understanding and adopting these habits can help aspiring entrepreneurs build businesses that stand the test of time and also make a meaningful impact. Clear Vision and Mission As rightly said, if you don’t know what you want, you will never achieve it. Thus, in order to succeed, entrepreneurs m

Founders (or Entrepreneurs) are a brave and courageous bunch that have a bold industry defining vision. On that journey, they require lot more than just financing. E.g., Domain Expertise, help with PR & Marketing, Recruiting, Viable Exit Strategy, Follow Up financing, etc. Often, these things are overlooked, and fundraising becomes a numbers game. Quantity vs. Quality takes over. How many VCs can I pitch in six months? How many investor meetings in a week or month to achieve