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shin_lao
on July 23, 2013
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More Bad Angel Behavior
There's a slider between 100% bootstrapped and 100% invested, and using that slider is what gives you leverage in tough times.
ryanbrunner
on July 23, 2013
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In practice there's often not. Perhaps early on, but heavily VC funded start-ups are likely going to have a board that's somewhat hostile to slow, careful growth with a focus on profitability.
shin_lao
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Probably a reason why VC funded companies have a higher probability of failing...
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