There are a number of well-known qualities that make an entrepreneur successful – things like intelligence, creativity, ownership, confidence, and integrity. Those traits will take anyone far, but when it comes to selecting startups to fund, we look for even … Continue reading
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A global analysis of Q1 VC funding published this week by KPMG and CB Insights has confirmed what industry experts have been reporting all along – that the decline in venture capital activity that began in Q4 of 2015 has … Continue reading
When it comes to startup pitches, every VC has their pet peeves, and MicroVentures is no exception. For some VCs, it takes only one particular red flag to ruin any chance of a deal. For others, it’s the accumulation of … Continue reading
One of your many jobs as an early-stage startup is to keep your investors up-to-date. It’s not quite as much fun as building a prototype, but sending regular investor updates will go a long way toward keeping your investors happy … Continue reading
