What would make you invest in a nice email newsletter startup; something similar to DailyCandy or Thrillist, but in a different vertical?

I’d want to look at the key metrics – revenue per user, cost to acquire users, growth … and understand competition, where the business is going, what are its competitive advantages.

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What would make Y Combinator invest in a niche email newsletter startup; something like DailyCandy or Thrillist but in a different vertical?

Answered by Garry Tan

A great team that we believed in, and a unique take on why you can beat the other guys. Traction wouldn't hurt either. (more)

Hi Robin. My company is launching in a few weeks, and we're looking to raise an early stage investment of 50-75k. Do we have a shot reaching out to Angel investors? Ventur...

Answered by Robin Axon – Partner, Mantella Venture Partners

Angels are definitely the right starting point given the stage of your business. Look for an angel that understands your markets...they will know if you're solving a usefu... (more)

Is there room for another business incubator/accelerator out there? If yes, what would make it 'remarkable'?

Answered by Ryan Kelly – Founder, Pear Analytics Posted in Resources

I'm sure there is, particularly in areas tech activity, but no incubators. In San Antonio, we just got TechStars (Cloud) sponsored by Rackspace, whereas previously you wou... (more)

Have you raised venture capital and if so, what advice do you have for someone who is thinking outside capital might be essential for expansion?

Answered by Matt Meeker – Co-founder of Meetup.com

I've raised venture capital, I've failed at raising venture capital, and now I work inside of a venture firm, so I have several viewpoints on this. The advice would be a c... (more)

What is the right way to find a mentor/advisor? Is it just best to use someone in your network, or specifically look for someone and find a way to approach them?

Answered by Tara Hunt – Founder, Buyosphere

You'd be surprised at how many people you admire aren't asked on a regular basis to be mentors or advisors. Now...that being said, some of us are asked constantly and have ... (more)

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