Venture capital is its own little world, with jargon, social hierarchy, and etiquette that aren’t necessarily intuitive. Brad Feld and Jason Mendelson, co-founders of the venture capital fund Foundry Group, have developed Venture Deals, a direct and actionable guide for entrepreneurs who need the lay of the land. Our latest Instaread distills key points and concepts […]
Are you paying too many taxes?
Making big money moves isn’t just about earning and investing. You also have to know how to use tax law to your best advantage. Tom Wheelwright, who runs a global network that helps entrepreneurs and investors reduce taxes, says that tax laws in developed countries are similar enough to apply universally. Here’s what you need […]
Set fire to your backup plan
“Shark Tank” investor Matt Higgins has a lot of experience with risk taking. He transformed himself from a poor high school dropout to a wealthy businessman by eliminating his Plan B and not giving himself the option to lose. Our latest Instaread explores his most useful strategies and tips. Feel the Fear The secret to […]
Elevate your leadership
CEOs truly don’t need to be involved in every aspect of their companies. In fact, a CEO’s job is to focus on just three things: culture, people, and numbers. They establish the vision and strategy, hire the top candidates, and guarantee that there is always enough money in the bank. The rest is merely a […]
Are you a good manager?
Great managers are made, not born. Our latest Instaread pulls advice from The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo, one of Silicon Valley’s top product design executives. Start with You Managing isn’t just about other people. It all comes back to you, and you won’t be able to support your team effectively if you don’t understand […]
When saving lives isn’t cost effective
Life-saving drugs are a business like anything else, which means the pharmaceutical industry is optimized for profits, not people. Investors, mergers, and regulators control whether or not your loved ones can receive the medicine they need, when they need it. What does it take to get this stuff to market? Miracle Drugs In For Blood and […]
Why living large beats dying rich
Most people worry about making enough money to support themselves through retirement. Hedge fund manager and entrepreneur Bill Perkins has an unconventional point of view that might vex your financial advisor. He recommends “dying with zero,” spending most, if not all, of your money before death. Dying with a substantial sum of money represents opportunities lost. […]
How to build business fast
The heart of any successful business is its marketing, not the quality of its product or service. A solid selling system is critical, but too many companies make it an afterthought. Our latest Instaread runs through a number of highly effective strategies for making sales the cornerstone of your money-making success. Educate the Customer One […]
Why your work should come second
Leisure time used to be a sign of status. But somewhere along the way, workers — especially Americans — started measuring success by investing more and more hours for more income. Research suggests that working less actually boosts productivity and creativity. How can we cut back? Work Less, Live More Josh Epperson is a 38-year-old […]
The real Wolf of Wall Street
Jordan Belfort spent almost two years in prison for securities fraud and money laundering before he wrote the bestselling memoir that became The Wolf of Wall Street, the 2007 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Now he’s an entrepreneur and a motivational speaker who has consulted for more than 50 public companies. Our latest Instaread examines his sales secrets. […]
