The Basics

Lower Risk, Higher Reward

Thursday, March 6, 2014

“Wayne, I have something to tell you – and you’re not going to like it. I’m unsubscribing from your newsletter.” “Oh.

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The Worst Ideas, The Biggest Profits

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

After speaking with dozens of professional early-stage investors and poring over their track records, I think I finally uncovered the secret behind their success. And while I’ve known about this secret for some time now, I’ve been reluctant to share it.

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Less Drama, Greater Returns

Friday, January 31, 2014

Today I’m going to bring you behind the scenes of an amazing company. At one point, it was coming apart at the seams – ground zero for backstabbing, bitter rivalries and high-stakes power struggles.

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How to Lose $119 Billion in A Day

Friday, December 13, 2013

Can you imagine losing $119 billion in a single day? That might sound like an impossible amount of money to lose in any amount of time, but in the high-stakes world of startups, it really can happen in a day.

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Two Ways to Cut Your Taxes with Equity Crowdfunding

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

“Startup.” Ah, what an exciting word… It brings to mind the anticipation and wealth-building potential of being part of “The Next Facebook” or “The Next Google.” But for a handful of smart investors, the word “startup” conjures up something that’s a little less world changing, but (depending on how you…

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Average Valuation for Incubator Companies up 40%

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Here’s a mystery to solve: Last month, on a sunny Sunday afternoon, I strolled up Broadway and bought a pound of shrimp from a fancy seafood market called Citarella. These weren’t just any shrimp.

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