Monthly Archives: December 2008

Exciting Times

Happy Holidays! We all know that fundamental change is long overdue. For many of us, we thought that 1999 and 2000 would bring about this change. The reality is that the abusive power structures were both healthy and in control … Continue reading

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Bankers to Blame?

Listening to a panel of bankers discussing customer service in the time of collapse. Apparently, many bankers are overwhelmed with customer inquiries asking how they lost so much money. They are also “shocked” about major companies defaulting on debts that … Continue reading

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The Hidden Gems of Venture Capital

LP Considerations in the Current Investment Climate The venture capital industry is under assault from defaulting investors, declining public image, poor returns, and portfolio failures. Within this turmoil, the venture capital model provides some compelling investment opportunities by supporting nimble … Continue reading

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Buy Time and Re-build

My recommendation: buy time and rebuild. Right now, the following phenomenon is occurring: Problem: Extensive deregulation coupled with low interest rates in the US caused the largest financial collapse in over 50 years. Reality: Government knee jerk reaction will be … Continue reading

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A Revolutionary Time: We Live in Public

New York was the epicenter of the Internet at one time, and Pseudo was a key player in the New York ecosystem – both the rise and the fall. Below is a movie trailer for a documentary of the Pseudo … Continue reading

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Sci-fabulous: Night at the Museum

A group of entrepreneurs and VCs enjoyed a private tour of the California Academy of Sciences by Dr. Brian Fisher. The museum was graciously kept open for the 15 of us to tour and enjoy as part of the Sci-fabulous … Continue reading

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