TechEmpower
AUGUST 21, 2023
Most innovators don’t have a technical background, so it’s hard to evaluate the truth of the situation. And unless they have a tech background, they can’t look under the hood themselves. The answer is to engage a trusted outside source for a Technical Review – a deep-dive assessment that provides a C-suite perspective.
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 22, 2012
And in most cases I would heed Fred Wilson’s advice about the “double opt-in” email for intros – where you ask for permission before green-lighting an unsolicited introductions. At a minimum you’re obligating them to ignore the email and feel like an arse for not responding to your introduction.
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Startup Professionals Musings
NOVEMBER 7, 2021
But people are still begging for more technology or laws, often to protect them from themselves. In this scam, you are offered a very attractive term sheet due to close in 90 days or so, with a deposit required to hold your position while due diligence is being conducted. Chain emails leading to a windfall.
Berkonomics
JANUARY 16, 2014
All parties need to perform due diligence to ensure that the assumptions are correct, that neither partner has financial issues which could affect the partnership, and that the opposite partner has the skills to contribute to the partnership. Email readers, continue here.] Access to new technologies.
SoCal CTO
APRIL 27, 2011
I'd suggest: Startup CTO or Developer , Startup Founder Developer Gap , Part-Time CTO , Technology Advisor , CTO Founder , Acting CTO. Interviewing them is also tough, especially if you are not yourself technical. Get a Technology Advisor that can help. This happens A LOT among technical people. This is a must.
Both Sides of the Table
OCTOBER 19, 2014
On August 23rd, 2013 I had an email intro from my good friend and trusted source Jeff Berman who only sends me stuff when it is somebody he respects (ie a strong filter vs. those who send casual intros). Tech Market Analysis Upfront Ventures' But I’m guessing the narrative is similar elsewhere. Clear path to execution.
Berkonomics
JUNE 19, 2014
In others, if you cannot find such a champion after initial presentations to a subset of the entire group, you will not be permitted to move from initial application to the next stages of due diligence and final funding.
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