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Trust
Confidentiality meets collaboration
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Getting Passed
Check yourself, stay the course, and don’t let it get to your head.
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The Four S’s of VC
The only things that really matter are: Source, Select, Support, and Sustain
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Blurred Lines
Navigate towards the center of influence.
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The Power of Compounding
Build on what’s already working.
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Demystify the Legalese
Leverage the intelligence of AI to enhance your understanding of VC deal documents.
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Building a Body of Work: Beyond the Track Record
Before the famed “track record,” you’re creating something almost as valuable.
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Playing Offense vs. Defense
Surviving and thriving requires both, but it’s too easy to fall into defensive mode.
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Venture Upward
A field guide for surviving, getting ahead, and succeeding as a venture capitalist.

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