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Secrets of Sand Hill Road
Book • 2019
In 'Secrets of Sand Hill Road,' Scott Kupor demystifies the role of venture capital in the startup lifecycle.
He explains how VCs decide where and how much to invest, and provides practical advice on topics such as storytelling in fundraising, handling 'down rounds,' and managing VC involvement in day-to-day operations.
The book is filled with firsthand experiences, insider advice, and practical takeaways to help entrepreneurs get the best possible deal and grow their startups effectively.
He explains how VCs decide where and how much to invest, and provides practical advice on topics such as storytelling in fundraising, handling 'down rounds,' and managing VC involvement in day-to-day operations.
The book is filled with firsthand experiences, insider advice, and practical takeaways to help entrepreneurs get the best possible deal and grow their startups effectively.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
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when discussing the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship.


Peter Diamandis

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Achieve Peak Creativity: Merging Flow States with AI Technology w/ Steven Kotler | EP #151
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as a book about venture capital investing in the tech industry.

Tal Zaks

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Tal Zaks - Bridging Science, Medicine, and Returns - [Invest Like the Best, EP.406]
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when discussing the emotional upheaval of entrepreneurship.


Steven Kotler

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Flow vs. the Machine: AI, Creativity & the Next Human Renaissance
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as the author, outlining what he and his partners look for in founding teams and business ideas and explaining how start-ups work with VCs to become successful companies.


Alison Beard

Advice for Entrepreneurs from a Leading Venture Capitalist
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as a new addition to his bookshelf, focusing on venture capital.


Harry Stebbings

20VC: a16z's Scott Kupor on The Biggest Learnings From Scaling a16z from $300m to $7Bn AUM, The Biggest Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Pitching VCs & Why VC Is Simply A Customer Service Business
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as a new book just out.


Sonal Chokshi

a16z Podcast: The Politics of Technology
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during their discussion about venture capital.

Scott Kupor


Frank Chen

a16z Podcast: How To Understand And Choose A Venture Investor
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throughout the podcast as a source of advice on fundraising and venture capital.


Frank Chen

Scott Kupor

a16z Podcast: How To Raise Money From A Venture Investor
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as a resource for deeper understanding of the topics discussed in the podcast.


Frank Chen

a16z Podcast: How To Get The Most From Your Board
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as a book he read about venture capital.

Matt Saincome

Matt Saincome (The Hard Times, Outvoice)
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when discussing the common four-year vesting period in startups.


Ben Horowitz

Times they are a’changin: Series A is not what it used to be
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como o primeiro livro que ele leu ao entrar no Canary para entender o que é uma empresa “venture-backable”.


Felipe Abramovay

Pilar: A tese por trás da maior rede de corretores de imóveis de alto padrão do país, com Felipe Abramovay
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as the book he wrote, explaining his experiences in the tech industry and answering common questions from entrepreneurs.

Scott Kupor

Recode Decode: Andreessen Horowitz's Scott Kupor
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Bored Ape Madness with The Infatuation’s Andrew Steinthal + Breaking into VC with Nicole DeTommaso | E1275
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as a national bestselling book providing insights into venture capital.


Ted Seides

Scott Kupor - Andreessen Horowitz (First Meeting EP.07)