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Are You Ready to Seek Funding? 
Determine if your company is ready for and worthy of investment. Ask yourself these questions from David Rose, Managing Partner of Rose Tech Ventures, and fo... Watch video
Fred Wilson's Latest Advice for Start-up Ninjas
When the Union Square Ventures VC showed up at Jeff Bussgang's HBS class, he advised start-up students that their new ventures should be hunch-driven early o... Read more
4 Things a Venture Capitalist Will Never Tell You
You may regard your VC as a partner. Good! Just be aware that the VC may think of you as cannon fodder. Read more
Elevator Pitch: Can Poshbrood Earn $500,000?
Poshbrood helps parents plan upscale getaways, with kids in tow. Will investors tag along for a $500,000 ride? Read more
Meet the Angels of Madison Avenue
Tech start-ups are getting a helping hand from an unlikely source: advertising agencies. Read more
Why You Don't Need Venture Capital
Young entrepreneurs often pursue funding first, product second. That's a dangerous path--and it won't do your company much good. Read more
How Not to Become 'Shark' Bait
'Shark Tank' contestant Megan Cummins learned the hard way what can happen to investor promises. Five ways to make sure it doesn't happen to you. Read more
The One Number That Changes Everything
If you look hard enough, you'll find there's just one number that tells you all you need to know about running your business. The trick is finding the right ... Read more
Will Your E-Commerce Company Make It? How to Tell
How can you tell if your e-commerce company is going to grow or fall flat on its face? These three measurements hold the key. Read more
6 Secrets to a Successful Start-up
How do you know if your company will succeed? Venture capitalists give their perspectives on traits that define the best start-ups. Read more
3 Numbers All Entrepreneurs Should Know
In the early days of a startup, it can be tough to find good data to help with decision-making. Put a priority on these three numbers, and you'll be fine. Read more
Why L.A.'s Start-up Scene Beats All Others
A five-time entrepreneur makes the case for launching a company in Silicon Beach. He's not the only fan. Read more
What To Ask the Person in the Mirror
Harvard Business School professor Robert S. Kaplan explains his questions for effective leadership, and identifying the impact you want to make. Watch video
Looking To Raise Capital?
Pravina Raghavan, New York District Director of the Small Business Administration, recommends you take advantage of free resources. Watch video
VCs Are Not Your Friends
If you're lucky, your investors will be likable and helpful, too. But their loyalties never lie with you. Read more
How to Judge a New Venture in 15 Seconds Flat
I ask one question to determine whether a new company has a future. The 15-second answer tells me all I need to know Read more
Can a Smartphone-Based Ultrasound Raise $4 Million?
Elevator Pitch: Mobisante created a hand-held, affordable, cloud-based ultrasound system. Will it be able to raise the money it wants to develop a tablet-bas... Read more
10 Lies Never to Tell Investors
All the confidence in the world won't convince a VC these statements are true. Here's why these 10 fibs hurt you -- and what to say instead. Read more
The 2 Things About Your Start-up Idea That Actually Matter
Y Combinator's Garry Tan hands you the only yardstick you need when starting a technology company. How does your idea measure up? Read more
The Social TV Space Heats Up
Social TV start-up GetGlue closes a $12 million round but it has plenty of competition. Read more
Big Money for Cheap Legal Services
Rocket Lawyer, which offers free legal documents and subscriptions for cheap legal advice, has raised $10.8 million. Read more
Why Klout Cares More about Mobile Than Justin Bieber
The social influence measuring start-up raises a reported $30 million. Among its plans: to develop a mobile app. Read more
Making Corporate Wellness Fun
Social gaming and wellness start-up Keas raises $6.5 million after a change in direction yields results. Read more
5 Ways to Think Like a Venture Capitalist
Tips from a Silicon Valley titan who has thrived as both an entrepreneur and investor. Read more
