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The Startup Solution tackles the make-or-break situations that entrepreneurs face, offering clear advice on how to survive and thrive in an early-stage company. Who's it for? Founders, startup execs, and investors who want to learn from real-world situations, unpacked by Heidi Roizen, a "recovering" entrepreneur and current VC who has seen it all through 40 years and 40 boards.
Heidi uses a case method to unpack a new situation in each episode, breaking down why it's a big deal and talking about how it was solved or could have been solved. The situations are from her direct experience, though all names and details have been changed to uphold our commitment to the Entrepreneur Protection Program.
Heidi has spent 40 years in the tech startup world, the first dozen years as an entrepreneur herself, and since then, 25 years as a venture capitalist. She's served on over 40 boards, from seed stage to public companies. She also co-leads the Threshold Venture Fellows program at Stanford University and is a partner at Threshold Ventures.
Heidi uses a case method to unpack a new situation in each episode, breaking down why it's a big deal and talking about how it was solved or could have been solved. The situations are from her direct experience, though all names and details have been changed to uphold our commitment to the Entrepreneur Protection Program.
Heidi has spent 40 years in the tech startup world, the first dozen years as an entrepreneur herself, and since then, 25 years as a venture capitalist. She's served on over 40 boards, from seed stage to public companies. She also co-leads the Threshold Venture Fellows program at Stanford University and is a partner at Threshold Ventures.
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In this episode, Heidi discusses how founders tend to swing between two extremes — thinking it's not all about them (when actually, it is), or believing it's only about them and their company (when it really isn't). She'll review both sides and point out what founders often get wrong — and how t...
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While the internal dynamics of a VC firm may feel like a black box, you can often infer what's going on based on how your VC is acting – if you know what to look for. In this episode, Heidi explains why many VC behaviors that seem confusing or inconsistent can make more sense once you understand...
Founders need to understand investor priorities before they require investor action. The investor's 'zone of indifference' describes an issue that can be problematic. In this episode, Heidi explains what it is, when it comes into play, and how to identify the likelihood of an investor landing in...
Mastering cold emails is a superpower—one that can unlock dream investors, top-tier hires, and world-class mentors. The most successful founders craft messages that break through the noise and create opportunities. In this episode, Heidi shares the proven strategies she teaches at the Stanford G...
If you're considering an earnout, you should know exactly what is involved to set expectations – and to give yourself the highest chance of it amounting to something. Heidi presents recent market data along with her firsthand experience to help you understand why earnouts are so challenging.
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Successful entrepreneurs seek out mentors to positively impact their careers. But how do they find a mentor, initiate contact, and build a relationship? As an experienced mentor and mentee, Heidi believes all these questions can be answered by following her tips on becoming a great mentee.
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All entrepreneurs should understand what venture debt is so they can make an informed decision to take it or not. Heidi poses a series of questions and scenarios to help founders know whether it's a good option for their company. And if it is, how to set it up and use it.
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Many entrepreneurs start companies to solve a big problem or apply innovative technology, or both. But when they fail, it's typically the result of a business issue. Heidi has observed that founders usually run out of money because they didn't pay close enough attention to running the company. H...
When the world is uncertain, it is especially challenging for an entrepreneur to steer their company forward. Heidi's six-word operating manual helps founders face the unknown and lead. Caution: Heidi's operating manual may sound simple, but executing it takes grit and leadership.
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Shareholder voting rights are an essential element of the many crucial decisions made in a company. For example, they may come into play during a fundraise or M&A. In this episode, Heidi explains what shareholder voting rights are so you can be well-informed and avoid messy situations in the...
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