7 Myths About Venture Capital - Tips for New and Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Overview

Explore the realities of venture capital in this Stanford webinar featuring Michael Lepech and Ashmeet Sidana. Uncover seven common myths about VC funding, including misconceptions about investor feedback, portfolio management, and VC wealth. Gain valuable insights for new and aspiring entrepreneurs on topics such as advice for female founders, the implications of VC rejections, and the importance of choosing the right partners. Delve into discussions on when to sell, the role of operating partners, and the complexities of AI in the startup ecosystem. Learn to navigate the VC landscape with a clearer understanding of investor motivations and industry dynamics to better position your business for success.

Syllabus

Introduction
Introductions
Myth 6 A VC will tell you why they actually passed
Myth 7 The living dead
Advice for female founders
Is it possible to lay off a VC
Be careful who you work with
A VC turning you down means somethings wrong
Portfolio
VCs are rich
When to sell
Training and certification
Black box AI
Engineering Capital
VCs Arent Rich
VCs Know and Can Give You Good Operating Advice
What does an Operating Partner do
Who is the real Partner
VCs are your Friend