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Non-Horror Story Lessons from Pitching VCs
Over the last week, I’ve enjoyed reading some of the different VC horror stories sparked by Greg Isenberg’s tweet. There’s…
4 Lessons I Learned From Student Entrepreneurs
I had the honor of serving as a judge for InVenture Prize last week.
Ten Reflections on 2025
As another year comes to a close, here is my annual list of reflections on the past year.
Why competition is a good thing for early stage founders
I sometimes meet with entrepreneurs who tell me they have no competition and are the only ones doing their idea.
Want To Get Ahead? Talk About Money!
5 reasons money conversations are essential to grow your startup and career!
Do Competitive Moats Matter?
Building a competitive edge means focusing on unique insights, smart differentiation, and strong customer relationships.
Spotting Pitch Deck Red Flags and Overcoming Them with Confidence
Winning Pitch Decks: Navigating Red Flags, Inspiring Investors, and Unleashing Early-Stage Potential
Two Ways to Test Innovation Based on Potential Impact
Testing the Waters with Incremental Improvements and Fundamental Shifts.
Patents and NDAs oh my!
Entrepreneurs should consider a few things before entering into Patents and NDAs.
How to Describe Competition in a Pitch Deck
How should you describe competition in a pitch deck, and why you should focus more on how you solve your…