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Stanford University

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

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Overview

This course aims to debunk common myths about venture capital and provide tips for new and aspiring entrepreneurs. The learning outcomes include understanding the perspective of venture capitalists, learning about the intricacies of VC funding, and gaining insights into building successful partnerships. The course covers topics such as VC decision-making, advice for female founders, and the role of VCs in providing operating advice. The teaching method involves a webinar format with discussions between industry experts. This course is intended for individuals looking to pitch business ideas to investors and gain a deeper understanding of the venture capital landscape.

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

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Stanford Online

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