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Why Startups Need a Well Articulated Strategy (And How to Think About Yours)

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I recommend you read Fred Wilson’s recent blog post about the need for a well articulated business strategy before pushing a particular business model. I guess this is the ultimate definition of implementing a business model when you’re not clear on strategy! The Need for Strategy. INNOVATOR’S DILEMMA.

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The Fundamentals of Talking "Exit Strategy" with Investors

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At the seed stage, talking about exit strategy always seems a bit premature, even presumptuous. But this topic is always in the back of mind for VCs and other investors, so it’s important to formulate a plan around the topic, even if those exit strategies might change as you grow your startup. Take Google as an example.

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What I *Would Have* Said at TechCrunch Disrupt

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So I wish this separate definition would go away. I understand why he wants to differentiate himself but I wonder if a scorched Earth strategy against the main funding source for your company pays in the long run. Now we can call you a seed-stage VC or a micro VC. But you’re not an angel. That’s all.

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On Bubbles … And Why We’ll Be Just Fine

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I’m no great scholar on bubbles – I have more interesting things to spend my time worrying about than the exact definition , but having been around a few I have at least given them intellectual consideration. Exactly the opposite of what a rational investment strategy would advise. We are definitely still open for business.

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Some Reflections on VC Investment Decisions

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The ones above are the ones I’ve prioritized this year (other than Disrupt – I never seem to get invited to that one). The biggest difference from experience is that in bad markets people without venture capital experience or strategies are the first to the exit. By definition this means others will doubt you.

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You Don't Need a Co-Founder

This is going to be BIG.

We don't really even have a consistent definition of what a co-founder is--so it seems preposterous that there could be such universal agreement that everyone needs one. I don't think you can get into YC with this kind of "Godfather"-type co-founder as your partner if they're not going to be there day in and day out.

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How Online Video Companies Can Increase Margin and Build Better Businesses

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These markets represent about $600 billion of total spend between them, leaving tons of opportunities for startups to disrupt and grow large. That is the definition of Disruptive Technology. You also need to develop an O&O (your own websites) strategy. Europe is roughly the same as the US.