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5 Sectors Venture Capitalists Are Still Investing In
Gary Gauba

Podcast looking at the industries that VC's are still attracted to during a downward economy.

Paul Graham on Startup Funding
Paul Graham

Paul Graham, a seasoned Silicon Vally veteran teaches aspiring entrepreneurs the various types of funding and certain realities that will be encountered while raising finances from investors and VC's.

Fundraising
Paul Graham

Since raising money is the second hardest part of starting a new company, computer guru Paul Graham offers his knowledge on how to think about raising finances and the benefits\dangers that come with consulting.

Dealing with Cashflow
Peter Ibbetson

The very informative Peter Ibbetson discusses what might affect your business' profitability, early warning signs of your business' financial health and running credit checks on companies you deal with.

Y Combinator
Y Combinator

Y Combinator is a new kind of venture firm specializing in funding early stage internet and technology startups. They help startups through what is for many the hardest step, from idea to company.

An Introductory Guide to Startup Funding
Ben Yoskovitz of InstigatorBlog

In this short article, Ben explains the ins and outs of startup funding, looking at the different options and offering some funding tips such as be prepared to pitch ALOT.

4 Quick Tips on Raising Startup Funding Without A Plan Or A PowerPoint
Dharmesh Shah of OnStartups.com

OnStartups.com looks at how to raise finances with little prior preparation. Financial jargon is demystified and the article captures the concept of leverage very well when pitching to investors.

Why Raising VC Funding Does Not Equal Success
Dharmesh Shah of OnStartups.com

A very short but refreshing post on why VC funding doesn't necessarily guarantee success. An entrepreneur should always think twice before taking money from a venture capital firm.

Why It Takes So Long To Raise VC Funding
Dharmesh Shah of OnStartups.com

A blog post on why VCs take months to work through a deal and write a cheque.

When Raising Venture Capital Might Make Sense
Dharmesh Shah of OnStartups.com

A blog post on when you should expect VC companies to take an interest in your company.