03) Cheat Code: Learning VCs' Tricks & Games.
This is my favorite thing to do: tell Founders all of the games and tricks that VCs utilize to get more leverage over you and your startup.
The saying, “know the rules before you play the game” is only partially true for Entrepreneurs who pursue VC dollars.
You must know the games and the rules before you play the game.
The Games I Will Reveal to You & The Corresponding Cheat Codes
The Title Game
The “Smart Money” Game
The Jerry West Game
The Hitch Game
The Zombie Game
The Board Game
The Layton Game
The Long Beach Game
The Bamboo Game
The Odd Number Game