To make it in startupland you need to think like an investor. Venture capitalists are not only financiers, but recruiters, advisors, mentors and negotiators — and as such, they connect the dots between markets, people and technology.
Whether you’re a serial entrepreneur or a first-time founder, the path to creating a successful business is often tumultuous, and getting into a venture capitalist mindset can prove extremely valuable. In New York City, a number of investors have made their advice, anecdotes and musings regarding entrepreneurship (and general life lessons) accessible to anyone with an internet connection in the form of recurring blog posts.
Here are some of our favorite NYC VC blogs that we recommend checking out.
AVC by Fred Wilson
Fred Wilson, the co-founder of Union Square Ventures and a long-time leader in New York tech, has been posting to his blog every day since 2003. His posts run the gamut from his thoughts on founders to crowdfunding campaign recommendations, providing a helpful resource for anyone in tech.
This is going to be BIG by Charlie O’Donnell
As the sole partner and founder at Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, Charlie O’Donnell is another big name in New York tech. His blog, This is going to be BIG, covers startups, venture capital and entrepreneurship, as well as his thoughts on global issues. In his posts, O’Donnell often provides advice on growth strategies and early-stage investing.
First Round Review
First Round Review is the blog for the venture firm First Round Capital, and actually claims it's “not another VC blog.” Instead, the publication wants to be the ‘Harvard Business Review for startups,’ and features articles on an array of topics. From long-form pieces to Q&A articles, the blog provides knowledge from leaders at successful tech companies on an array of topics.
The Gotham Gal by Joanne Wilson
Joanne Wilson is an angel investor who bets on companies founded and run by women. She also founded the Women’s Entrepreneur Festival, an annual event in New York City dedicated to supporting a community of women entrepreneurs. In her blog, Wilson writes about investing, women in tech, food, art and other topics she is passionate about.
The Barefoot VC by Jalak Jobanputra
Jalak Jobanputra has over 20 years of experience as a venture capitalist and entrepreneur, and has invested in over 80 startups over the past fifteen years. Now, Jobanputra works as managing partner of FuturePerfect Ventures. Jobanputra’s blog, The Barefoot VC, provides a global perspective on investing in New York as a woman.
