Is a VC market upswing coming? Plus, how to hit the ground running after the summer slow down & how to craft a compelling value proposition.

Published: Sept. 14, 2023, 5:15 a.m.

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Welcome back to Innovation w/ Mark Peter Davis. After taking a few months off from the pod, we\\u2019re back at it. Here\\u2019s what\\u2019s covered on this week\\u2019s episode:

  • Mike Rogers shares insights on the current market dynamics and data indicating a possible upturn in the venture capital market. The discussion emphasizes the importance of pricing your startup appropriately during different funding rounds.
  • Mike and MPD also discuss the growth stage and IPO market, including Instacart\'s potential IPO and its impact on the private market.
  • Mike also shares some tips on how entrepreneurs can hit the ground running after the summer slow down.
  • Phuong Ireland talks about the significance of crafting a clear and concise value proposition for startups and provides a tool to help define it.

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