Eleven Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Don’t Get Funded by Venture Capitalists: (Part 1)

Having funded more than 25 companies, I can tell you some reasons why I chose not to fund some entrepreneurs:

1. Too early in the startup cycle

If you’re looking for money, don’t come to me if you’re still in in the ideation or seed stage of the startup cycle — especially if you have not built a brand name for yourself as an entrepreneur with a track record. If you come to me looking for capital and you’re a programmer asking for money to develop your app, I am going to wonder why you haven't d...