tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2713903322765217177.post4007854554309741265..comments2023-10-26T02:30:10.313-07:00Comments on The Grassy Road: The Death of Venture Capital as we know it?Penny Herscherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09644292941777984227noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2713903322765217177.post-84217261961884066532009-09-05T13:19:42.280-07:002009-09-05T13:19:42.280-07:00Penny,
Great Blog by the way and happy to Tiny.cc...Penny,<br /><br />Great Blog by the way and happy to Tiny.cc it up to all my friends in my ecosystem.<br /><br />I think by the end of the year the funding could decrease to >50% Y/Y based on a quick survey of my LinkedIn contacts looking for second or even third rounds.<br /><br />Our clients are doing more with less, if that is possible, but given that our new venture allows them to do just that: improve & extend their SaaS investment without the tradition consulting engagement.<br /><br />Now this has already received Angel funding but time will tell if Series A will be needed. <br /><br />Would love to see an article on your thoughts for the SMB'er like myself looking to grow without breaking our bank or going out for more funding.<br /><br />Enjoy the holiday,<br />ClintAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2713903322765217177.post-58026399172139708542009-08-25T06:41:46.799-07:002009-08-25T06:41:46.799-07:00I think there is another twist to the downfall of ...I think there is another twist to the downfall of VC.<br /><br />Individuals who are finding other means to funding their ideas. Placing like Prospect.com are beginning to make more sense.<br /><br />I am seeing a trend of people starting out with micro-sized companies (<10 people) that they can fund with smaller amounts of money. Working from home using VoIP can save tons of cost and make your service less expensive to buyers. Furthermore... other micro-sized companies are banding together to create huge impacts in the marketplace.<br /><br />Ironically... its like a return to the original American dream.<br /><br />I couldn't agree more that all VC money is not created equal. I think you're 10% is putting it nicely.Levar Berryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15166896298434294856noreply@blogger.com