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The Changing Structure of the VC Industry

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15 years ago we were at the peak of Internet hype with the launch of many over-capitalized businesses with a market size & opportunity was limited. We are in a bubble (with so many private $1bn+ valuations). Where are we today? 50x more Internet users (2.4 Online connections that are 180x faster (10.5 Why is this?

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It’s Morning in Venture Capital

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There are obvious reasons the industry has had less-than-desirable returns, including: massive over-funding of the sector, huge increases in inexperienced venture capitalists that took a decade to peter out, and the massive correction in the value of the public stock markets that closed many exit opportunities for half a decade.

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Why Your Startup is More Likely to Succeed if You’re Authentic and Passionate

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And if you’re going to wake up at 5am in the morning to catch a flight to attend a trade show or stay up late networking at a dinner with your industry peer group then it ought to be something that is your extreme passion. Great programmers are artists, for sure, but rock stars is about the last definition I’d choose.

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Rallying for rural entrepreneurship: addressing the challenges that face rural small businesses

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Geography does not determine success—it may surface some unique challenges, but it also gives unique opportunities. Talent seeks opportunities, and opportunities can (and must) be created. I grew up in a small town in north Iowa—Cedar Falls, to be exact.

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Our Newest Project Octane: “A Path to Purpose”

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Seeing an opportunity, I would buy ice blocks on hot days and sell them in the yard at a premium. Over the years, my Forum mates, chapter peers and fellow members have helped me become a stronger person and smarter entrepreneur. WHEN DID YOU SAY TO YOURSELF, “I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN ENTREPRENEUR”?

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As Allbirds goes public, sustainability is the mantra of the future

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This is a huge opportunity for founders to build a purpose-native company that will have generational impact on the community, for employees and investors alike. today and has chosen an apt ticker to do it: BIRD. It started with a humble, natural wool (and extremely comfortable) shoe, but Allbirds is not merely an apparel company today.

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The gray revolution: Fundraising within the older adult space

TechCrunch

There is a massive opportunity to provide products and services that will make life better for today’s seniors and future generations of older adults to come. Founders in every space, from edtech to healthcare, from financial services to robotics, can make a bigger impact if we recognize the opportunity of being of service to older adults.