Secrets of Sand Hill Road

by Scott Kupor
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  • ID: 7340
  • Added: 2025-12-13
  • Updated: 2025-12-13
  • ISBN: 9780753553978
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2019-06-06
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Every startup dreams of securing funding on Sand Hill Road, the epicenter of Silicon Valley's venture capital scene. In 'Secrets of Sand Hill Road,' Scott Kupor, managing partner at Andreessen Horowitz, shares his insider knowledge and practical advice on how VCs make investment decisions. This book is a must-read for entrepreneurs looking to understand the mindset of investors and secure the best possible deals for their startups./n/nKupor provides valuable insights into the venture capital world, including why storytelling is crucial when raising capital, how to handle down rounds, and the pitfalls of bridge financing. He also offers guidance on managing relationships with VCs and potential acquirers, ensuring that entrepreneurs can navigate the complexities of the startup ecosystem with confidence.

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Trephub · 2025-12-13
excellent 4.50

The book is highly recommended for its engaging and informative content. It provides valuable insights into the venture capital industry.

This book is a fantastic read for anyone interested in venture capital. It's engaging and well-written, making complex topics accessible. The author provides a wealth of knowledge about how VCs make investment decisions and structure deals. It's a must-read for entrepreneurs and anyone looking to understand the venture capital landscape.

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    So if you're looking for a good read I highly recommend The Secrets of Sand Hill Road by Scott Kupor.

    It provides valuable insights into the venture capital industry.

    The book is highly recommended for its engaging and informative content.

The Innovation and Strategy Blog · 2020-11-21
good 3.50

The book provides an overview of the venture capitalist industry. It is a readable book for CEOs looking to raise capital.

This book is a very readable introduction to the venture capitalist industry. The author, a prominent venture capitalist, provides a comprehensive overview of how VCs make investment decisions and structure deals. It's a useful resource for CEOs looking to raise capital from venture capitalists. The breadth of topics covered makes it a valuable read for anyone interested in the venture capital landscape. However, some readers might find the book lacks depth in certain areas.

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    In his book secrets of sand Hill, the author, a prominent venture capitalist from the Bay area provides an overview of the venture capitalist and ...

    Kupor contributes a very readable book for CEOs looking to raise capital from Venture Capital.

    The breadth covered by him makes Secrets of Sand Hill Road a valuable read for anyone interested in the venture capital landscape.

Value and Opportunity · 2019-07-26
great 4.00

The book offers a comprehensive overview of how venture funds operate. It is recommended for anyone interested in the venture capital industry.

This book is a very good overview of how venture funds work. It's well-written and provides a lot of useful information. The author does a great job of explaining complex concepts in a way that's easy to understand. It's a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about venture capital. However, some details are skipped over, which might leave readers wanting more on certain topics.

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    Overall I do think it is a very good overview on how Venture Funds work and I can recommend it to anyone who is interested in the Venture ...

    It is very well written and easy to read, though this means that some details are skipped over in places.

    The book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about venture capital.

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