Book description
A no-holds-barred look into the minds, motivations, and machinations of how investors and founders team up to build a successful startup, debated in a brazenly honest way by two of the best in the business.?People imagine that the best way for founders to build billion-dollar startups is to team up with venture capitalists. The founder brings the vision and drive, the investor brings the money and years of experience, and both benefit from each other's expertise.This is a mirage, and one that both founders and investors unconsciously create to avoid some hard truths. It starts from a good place--the desire for success is the same--and yet the journey is long, and motivations are wildly different. So different, in fact, that even their respective definitions of success wildly diverge. The result is that they often find themselves at odds while simultaneously believing the other just doesn't get it. Misunderstanding, mistrust, boardroom drama, fired founders, and failed companies are the result.For the partnership to work as smoothly as possible (which may not be so smoothly), they need to understand what is going on in the other's head. Why does the founder respond so badly when the investor pushes to grow faster? Why doesn't the investor want to sell the company for a seemingly great return? What are the motivations behind their behavior?Founder Elizabeth Zalman and investor Jerry Neumann lay bare these insider motivations, based on decades of experience, inhabiting their roles in this one-of-a-kind book. Zalman and Neumann square off, providing a brazenly honest debate on how startups are built, broken, and fought over throughout a company's lifecycle: Building relationships Raising money Scaling the business Working together on the board of directors Exiting the business
Sw33per
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WeldMaster
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Demand Chopper
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FireBerry
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California Goddess
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ThoughtTraveler
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Earl of Arms
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Santa's Little Helper
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Doll Champagne
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Ember Rope
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Flash
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury β it's a convenient habit. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
Cumulo
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. π± Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! ππ₯ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs.
Kitchen
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is a triumph. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Reno Monarch
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Sandbox
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
SereneScribe
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Heavenly Connection
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. πββοΈπ Running with purpose β audiobooks keep my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals. πββοΈπ§ The app's performance is nothing short of impressive β smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Moon Laser
I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference.
Scratch
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues! Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
DollFaceKillah
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience