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Why Most Startup Failures Aren't Actually Failures

Are concentrated portfolios outdated?

Why following big-name VCs doesn't actually work (unless it's later than you think)

Why your first 20 angel investments will probably suck

How to Build Relationships with Founders Before They Fundraise

Pre-seed vs. Seed vs. Series A

Why the best companies are staying private

how to decide if a passive or active approach is best for you

the follow-on investing myths costing you money

dos and don'ts for supporting startup founders on social media

your capital call checklist

What is the minimum I need to angel invest?

How to maximize your IRR

Capital Call Gaps

Power law in startup investing

How capital calls actually work

Mastering the term sheet

Becoming an accredited investor

The rise of seed-strapped startups

The "no-shop" clause

Evolving your fund’s investment thesis

Different levels of due diligence

Slowing a startup's burn rate

A Deep Dive into the Secondaries Market

Customer acquisition as an investment thesis

Commoditization makes us all the same—how can you stand out?

Angel Squad's starter guide to angel investing

Running a fund? Here's how to extend your runway and stay capital-efficient

Who gets paid first when there’s an exit event?

The benefits of slowing down and writing things out

How venture capital has changed over time

Understanding the key differences between pre-money valuations vs. post-money valuations

Why do LPs sometimes re-up into funds and other times do not?

On startups breaking even: the conversation that frosted my cookie

Investing in D2C/consumer-goods companies

Dissecting Pro-Rata Rights for Investors

This is why investors need to ask about unit economics

What Happens When You Invest in an SPV?

Matthew Speiser

How to help your startup pivot successfully

An Investor’s Guide to Capital Calls

Matthew Speiser

How to become an accredited investor

Venture Capital Side Letters: What You Need to Know

Matthew Speiser

Pros and Cons of Buying logos

How to Pitch Founders: Advice From Top VCs

Matthew Speiser

Back Office Ops: Fund Lawyers 101

Venture Capital No Shop Clause: What to Know

Why VCs need a great tax accountant

Fund Audit 101 - Everything You Need To Know

Why Fund Admin is the most important job in VC back-office ops

Beware of the "charmers"

VC Terminology: Hustle Fund's Top 100 Terms Aspiring Angel Investors Should Know

How to find out about startup's retention

A Guide to Startup Valuations

Identifying a startup's "must have"

Questions to ask on syndicate deals

Accredited Investor Guide for Angel Investors

How to Become an Angel Investor

Investing in AI + Robotics 🤖

Looking for signals outside of the team

How to evaluate a startup with no traction

Carry 101: A beginner’s guide

The myths around follow-on checks

Investing in Media Companies

The Difference Between Debt and Equity Capital

Questions to Ask During a Pitch Meeting

What to Look For When a Startup Has No Traction

Investing in Similar Companies

What's the Deal With Dilution?

Venture Capital Term Sheet: What You Need to Know

Due Diligence 101: How to Evaluate Early-Stage Founders

Deal Flow 101: How to Accelerate Investment Velocity

Why Lead Investors Aren't Critical in Today's World

Why Data Rooms Are Important

Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)

Costs of Goods Sold (COGS)

Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)

Lifetime Value (LTV)

Investment Thesis

Pro Rata Rights

What is Market Pull?

How Investors Get An Exit

How Lead Investors Can Affect Earlier Investors