Archive for May, 2008
Talking to a VC: Adjectives are not convincing. Facts are convincing…
Monday, May 26th, 2008This is a short but important thing to learn if you want to convince a VC about anything…avoid the fluff and hyperbole – cut out those “adjectives” when trying to persuade.
David Hornik of August Capital puts it this way:
….one of my…
Why Europe is still so far behind the US Entrepreneur culture
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008It’s endemic – that’s why. In all the “systems” that educate, control and channel our children it all says “play safe” and get a job with a big company.
In the UK for example, the UK’s FT reported research carried out…
Top 10 factors that maximise shareholder value
Thursday, May 15th, 2008To get the best value for a small private company on exit there are many factors that can play a part in getting the best price or deal. Here’s my list.
- An existing close relationship with the acquirer’s management where they…
