Reclaiming LinkedIn for Genuine Connections: The "UnLink the A-Hole Movement" fake leadership linkedin Sep 22, 2024

At VCII, we typically focus on formal discussions centered around business and personal growth, with an emphasis on value creation. Occasionally, however, our creative team proposes topics that...

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Ask Vici - Podcast #1 "Introducing VCII" podcast vcii Sep 20, 2024
Meet Vici: Your Friendly Knowledge Bot at VCII!
In our first podcast episode, Vici is answering YOUR questions about VCII and sharing the key value and benefits we bring to the table. 

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Founders Salary: Balancing Compensation with Company Growth founder salary startups venture capital Sep 19, 2024

 

The question of how much founders should pay themselves is complex, especially when using investor funds. Venture capitalists (VCs) closely scrutinize founder salaries as signals of...

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VC Term Sheets: Essential Clauses and Strategic Structuring for Success legal structuring term sheets venture capital Sep 17, 2024
 

Venture Capital (VC) term sheets are critical agreements that outline the terms of an investment in a startup. They set the stage for the relationship between founders and investors,...

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A Primer on Valuation Methodologies in Venture Capital safe startup valuations vc valuations Sep 14, 2024

Valuing startups in venture capital (VC) involves blending art and science, relying on theoretical models and practical judgments. This guide explores various valuation methodologies relevant...

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The Future of Marketing: How AIM's 3Rs Elevate Marketing and Sales Funnels with AI ai in marketing aim framework chatgpt sales funnel Sep 11, 2024

 Traditional marketing and sales funnels have been the backbone of business strategies, guiding prospects from initial awareness to conversion and retention. However, as AI and other advanced...

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The Market: Mark it, Size it, then Seize it! addressable market market sizing size framework Sep 09, 2024

 

Expanding your market share starts with accurately understanding and defining your market size. It’s not just about identifying opportunities but strategically positioning your...

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Founder Mode: The Flight of the Unicarus (Unicorn + Icarus) founder mode paul graham startups unicarus Sep 06, 2024

The title "The Flight of Unicarus" is a metaphorical blend of "Unicorn" and "Icarus," symbolizing the dual nature of startups led by founders deeply involved in their companies. It reflects...

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Digital Wealth and Worth: From Crypto to CBDC bitcoin cgbd crypto defi Sep 03, 2024

As the digital revolution reshapes the financial landscape, two prominent forms of digital currency are vying for dominance: Cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital...

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Spotting AI BS - Humans do it best! ai bullshit ethics innovation vcii Sep 02, 2024

In a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence hype and facts, there’s one area where AI seems to get wrong - producing quality bullshit. AI BS is really bad at all levels. For...

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Spare me the Pareto! We need Apex Ducks 80 20 rule pareto strategic efficiency the apex duck matrix vcii Sep 02, 2024

The Overuse of the 80/20 Rule

The 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, is widely celebrated for its ability to help prioritize tasks and maximize time efficiency. It’s true: 80%...

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The Floodgates of AI Nonsense: How Recycled Spam Pollutes LinkedIn and Beyond ai guardrails ai noise ai nonsense echo chamber effect Aug 31, 2024

 

In an era where social media platforms—from LinkedIn and Facebook to Quora and Reddit—are meant to connect people, share insights, and foster meaningful...

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