Is Convertible Debt Preferable to Equity?

Seth Levine of Foundry Group addresses this important topic this morning on his blog with a post, “Has Convertible Debt Won?”

How to Ask for Help, Favors and Intros

An entrepreneur recently sent me an @ reply message on Twitter asking for some help with a decision coming up in his business. I get these frequently via Twitter, Facebook or email.

Do you Suffer from the Urgency Addiction? It’s More Common Than you Think

I suffer from the “urgency addiction.” I know it sounds like one of the falsely humble things like telling somebody in a job interview that your weakness is that you’re too much of a perfectionist. But…

Fight When it’s Time to Fight. Be Gracious When It’s Time to Give In.

There are times to fight. I must admit it’s part of my DNA to enjoy a good fight (not as much as Jason Calacanis does, mind you ;-) ahem: Facebook. Er: Comscore, Cough: Angel funding payola).

Understanding a VC’s Seed Funding Policy is Critical

Bring Me Solutions, Not Problems (I know you think you know this, but …)

Beware of Premature Merge Elation

There is a telltale sign of an inexperienced startup entrepreneur. They get premature merge elation…

We’re All Frogs Boiling in Water

The Hidden Impact of Technology on our Everyday Lives …

I Buy Dead Magazines (the art of the intro …)

The life of an entrepreneur is filled with 20 second opportunities. Some get…

The 1/9/90 Rule of UGC & Why It’s OK to Have Lurkers