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Kinds Of Venture Capital Firms And What They Do

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With the growing popularity of venture capital comes the increase in venture capital firms. Because of the possibility of striking gold through venture capital, there are now more capitalists than there were decades ago. The common impression of these firms is that they merely provide for the finances or seed money for a startup company. Aside from providing funds, what other things do they do?

First let us discuss the kinds of venture capital firms. The most common ones are private independent firms. Usually operating under a limited partnership, these firms are not subsidiaries nor do they have affiliations with other institutions.

Banks and other financial institutions, working through their affiliates or subsidiaries, constitute another kind. There is also what we call as direct investors, or those who does the investment in behalf of industrial or non-financial corporations.

Still another group is what we call angel investors, or wealthy individuals who also help provide venture capital.

Venture capitalists make up these firms. There is what we call as generalists, or those who invest in different industries, locations, or stages in a company’s life. Those who invest in a particular industry or location only are called specialists.

Venture capitalists act as partners as they help put up the company. Because they are more knowledgeable in the specific field of business than the new entrepreneur, these capitalists help provide the policies as well as strategy. More often than not, company management has no choice but to follow them.

The first important job for the firm is the selection of business proposals. This constitutes a large part of their job. With the many proposals sent before them, it is hard to read and analyze thoroughly all of them. There is therefore the need for research as to which industries and fields are most feasible. Once these industries have been identified, it would then be easier for the capitalists to analyze the proposals, as they are able to weed out the bad proposals or those which they are not inclined on doing.

Since they have a say in the management of the company, they also exercise management decisions such as the hiring of management team, purchase of real estate, entering into an agreement with other companies, and many others. They also assist in other aspects such as product development and marketing.

Part of the firm’s job is to find alternative sources of capital. Since these firms belong to a certain network, it is not surprising that they know other firms and capitalists who may later be of help in terms of funding.

The capitalists are not the only sources of funds for the firm. Some of the money may come from other institutions such as pension funds, endowment funds, foundations, angel investors and other corporations. That is why there may be instances where additional funding is from other sources.

Venture capital firms are not mere financiers or investors. As partners of the entrepreneur, they contribute in any way possible for the success of the company. The key then is in choosing the right firm for the type of business that you would want to enter into.

Just like in entering into a partnership, you wouldn’t want to be partners with someone whom you don’t like to work with.

Pitfalls To Avoid In Applying For A Venture Capital

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Most entrepreneurs know what they have to do when searching for venture capital. But there also common mistakes that you have to avoid when presenting your business. An applicant can be rejected for a number of things.

Most venture capitalists are only required to approve a certain number of business plans they come across everyday. Your business must have a competitive edge over others that will get the attention of the investors.

You have prepared all of your legal documents and practiced your pitch a thousand times only to get rejected. At some point, you won’t even know why you got rejected. Don’t wonder if applicants get rejected over something trivial. To be able to increase your chances of getting approved you must know what to do and the common pitfalls to avoid when applying for a venture capital.

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Don’t be too technical. Investors pay more attention to number and figures because they understand them better. Although this may give the impression that you know your business like the back of your hand, the investors may not understand you. Your presentation should be able to communicate well with your audience.

Don’t give false hopes. Overly optimistic projections may ruin your credibility. Investors rely on credible financial projections not expectations. Unless your assumptions on future earnings are back up by credible sources, don’t mind bringing them up. It’s better to present realistic figures that can be achieved by the business.

Do not provide incomplete financial information. You must present both past and projected financial data. Historical financial information informs your investors what the company has accomplished and communicates future projections. You will need balance sheets, income and cash flow statements.

Sales are not the solution to all problems. Investors are looking for businesses that have potential for long term returns. Earning in small profits that can be collected in a timely basis proves a better survival strategy. Earning large amounts of profits while loosing money at the same time will ruin your business.

Concealing problems of the business is not a good idea. Investors also understand that all business has problems. State the whole story and inform them how you will manage and solve it in the future. Owing up to past and existing problems is better than hiding them. As long as you can present a solution your investors will understand.

Low price leverage. The low price strategy can only be achieved by one leader in an industry. It’s not a good sign to your investors if you are relying on a low price rather than the quality of your product or service. Wal-mart is one the few who can manage to capitalize on this strategy.

Overconfidence in your product is also not a good idea. Your idea maybe unique but you should always remember that the possibility of a competition will always be there. Every business profits from a need and any smart entrepreneur knows that. Your ideas may different but looking at the whole picture you may also be focusing on a need that others are also addressing.

State the facts in print. All entrepreneurs have a clear vision of what their business is but not all of them are good in putting them in print. It’s important to be the author of your own business plan than get outside help that may not be bale to capture your thoughts.

Online Business Ideas for 2012

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This New Year gives Internet users a whole lot of ideas to earn from. From the rise of the new smartphones to the upgrade of many social networking sites. This is the technological generation. The Internet is in full power now and it is time to learn how to take advantage of its full potential.

The following internet business ideas are for those who have a great knowledge about Information Technology. It’s a sure conclusion that those taking up IT, Software Engineering, Programming and the likes now in college can make a career now with the Internet.

Make smartphone applications and sell it online. The Apple and Android phones sell themselves in the market. If you know how to make applications for them, you have a chance of making it big. Gone are the days when Big Fish and Yahoo dominate the quick gaming industry. You always had that liberty of creating a game. But with today’s technology, it is much more easier to make it and sell it. Who knows you might make it to Apple’s Top 25 purchases? You can sell your game from $ 0.99 up to $ 3.99 and still be affordable.

Make social networking applications
Have you heard that the creator of Farm Ville is now enjoying a luxurious lifestyle? Emulate his lifestyle design. Base your application on social networking sites like Facebook and Friendster. Make sure it’s and interesting game so that you can urge your first users to share it with their friends. You can earn through advertisements or through in-game purchases.

Offer website designing service
You must know your way through HTML if you want to become a web designer. Web designers earn a whooping amount of cash especially for big clients.

The average range is about $ 100-$ 200 per page. So if you are planning to propose a 10 page website for your client, that’s a big $ 1000 basic income.

Online flash creator
There are some web designers that want to have a flash component on their sites. You can offer them your expertise if you know how to use Adobe Flash. The Flash is an interesting component on websites because it makes it more interactive and dynamic.

Online video editor
There are job postings on the Internet looking for an Online Video Editor. You can use video editing software like Adobe Premier Pro or Final Cut Pro for a professional look and feel.

Online graphic artist
Just like video editing, but easier. All you need is a powerful Photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. You can do so much if you know how to edit. You can create logos for new companies. You can also create invitations, greeting cards, and many more. Let your imagination go.

There are actually a dozen more Online Business Ideas if you just take a moment and figure out what is right for you. Don’t stop at one though, you can be a website designer while at the same time becoming an online video editor. OR become a video editor and a graphic artist. Make your way into the online crowd and you’re good to go.

Dreaming of your own business to be successful but having some doubt into it because you know that it’s not easy to do? Worry no more because of the help of the latest and effective Online Business Ideas in Australia from DreamPushers your dream will surely come true. Making your dreams into reality.

If you have any online business ideas or strategy please don’t hesitate to share it with us. Thanks.

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Contact:

Drew Myers

President

RecruitMilitary, LLC

Phone 800-226-0841

drew @ recruitmilitary.com

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