Venture Capital For Dummies®
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Table of Contents
Part I: Getting Started with Venture Capital
Chapter 1: Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained: Venture Capital Basics
Understanding Venture Capital and Venture Capitalists
Introducing venture capitalists
Knowing what VC firms look for
Getting familiar with the VC fund lifecycle
Choosing the Venture Capital Pathway
Identifying a good venture business
Looking at alternatives to venture capital
From Zero to Venture Capital: Knowing What to Do to Secure Venture Capital
Preparing your company to attract interest
Chapter 2: The Venture Capitalist Mindset
Performing a High-Risk Job: The VC’s Role
Clearing up a few myths about venture capitalists
Don’t fight ’em, join ’em: Working together on the deal
Understanding How a Venture Capital Fund Works
Fundraising — where the investment money comes from
Investing — finding companies to fund
Managing — keeping tabs on the investments
Harvesting — collecting the final payout
Taking a Closer Look VC Investments
Understanding key limitations in the selection process
Making long-term investments for fast growth
Keeping current with the venture capital industry
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