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More Roundtable Musings: The IPO Problem
At one point during the VCJ roundtable there is some spot-on musing about the effect of the absent IPO market for venture-backed companies. As a panelist pointed out, the last five years have shown why the venture market is not scalable: The amount of money being put into venture-backed companies has soared, while the IPO market remains flat (or down, depending on where you put your start point). At double the current IPO rate it will take 50 years to get the exits LPs are implicitly expecting. Ouch.
Entrepreneurship and the Money Myth
There are many myths in the venture business -- I alluded previously to the myth of U.S. VC value add -- but I was reminded of another one today. The myth? That access to money matters.
Venture Capital & Recessions
Lots of talk in the venture business, as everywhere else, about the impact of recessions on the business. In general, recession vintage venture funds have been among the better-performing funds. Here are some related points:

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The Invisble Hand of Partnerships
Venture capitalists state the number one reason for not funding a new venture is 'lack of strategic partnership strategy'. Learn what leading VC firms look for in a venture pitch, the role they expect a CEO to play in creating partnerships, and how you can improve your chances of being funded by anticipating and answering critical partner development questions.
“Tips For Entrepreneurs In Selecting A Venture Capitalist”
As a business coach, I do get the opportunity from time to time to assist, guide and facilitate the search for venture capital and venture capital firms. Recently I have been involved in doing just that and here are some tips on what characteristics to look for when searching for venture capitalists. Characteristics of a good venture capitalist should include:
Venture Capital Financing
Venture Capital is a source for raising equity for your business. You must have a good proportion of your funding in the form of equity before lenders would feel comfortable about lending money for your small business. Venture capital funds also does not involve inflexible terms for payment of interest and repayment of the principal. What are the factors that affect your ability to raise venture capital?
Starting Your Online Business Overview
This is by no means the definitive guide to starting an online home based business but is merely a collection of personal observations. You can apply any of the principles, observations and ideas discussed within this article when embarking on your own business venture. However the author accepts no responsibility for the resulting consequences from applying the material from this document. The concept of an online business venture is still relatively new and can be a rewarding and life changing venture. But it can also cause a lot of stress, frustration and financial hardship if you get it wrong.
Venture Capital & Recessions
Lots of talk in the venture business, as everywhere else, about the impact of recessions on the business. In general, recession vintage venture funds have been among the better-performing funds. Here are some related points:

Another reason for a business plan
It is logical, and a standard practice, for an entrepreneur to develop a business plan for his/her new business venture. As a matter of fact, it is impossible to obtain venture capital or a loan from the bank without a business plan...
Funding Resources
Many entrepreneurs only seek venture capitalists or angel investors for their new business projects. By doing that, they leave one valuable alternative on the table; namely, the opportunity to start or expand their business via a joint venture.
Online Business Opportunity - How Persistent Are You?
Like any other venture, an online business opportunity also requires persistence and determination to excel. You just can't expect to start a venture and hope to earn lots of profit without being persistent.

The 4 Secret Questions You MUST Answer Before Seeking Joint Venture Partners
Joint venture partnerships are a very effective way to rapidly increase your sales and grow your business. However, if done the wrong way, this strategy will blow up in your face. There are a few simple steps you should take BEFORE seeking out any joint venture partners or strategic alliances. Here are 4 secrets to success in your joint venture partnership request:

Testing a Business Venture\'s Viability
Pre start-up research is vital to any venture. If possible, the best way to learn about your prospective business is to work for someone else in that industry before venturing out on your own. This will make you more aware of the challenges you can expect to face in your venture. It will also give you the opportunity of getting some form of on the job training so you can manage your venture effectively. Background research in the industry will give you an indication of what to expect in terms of earnings and expenses.
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