Venture capital is an inherently optimistic form of investment - which is both its primary strength and its primary weakness. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
Regardless of what you plan to use it for, the goal should always be to raise money right before you need it. You don't want to get into a situation where you need cash and you're unable to raise it… — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
In general, obsolete technology is obsolete for a reason. Monocles are no exception. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
Young people entering the job market seek employment at companies with values that match theirs. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
Avoid the 'squeaky wheel gets the grease' habit of overreacting to the loudest feedback. The first time you hear a particular piece of feedback,… — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
Every generation trash-talks younger generations. Baby boomers labeled Generation X a group of tattooed slackers and materialists; Generation Xers have branded millennials as iPhone-addicted… — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
All companies - and not just startups - face the same eternal challenge: resource allocation. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
If you think about what are glasses, they are the best example of form and function. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
Businesses should focus on solving problems, putting the customer first, delivering value - not gimmicks - and growing in a sustainable manner. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
When another editorial pops up denouncing millennials for some perceived generational flaw, I take it with a Miley Cyrus-sized grain of salt. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
The key to an ideal workplace, in one hyphenated word, is this: self-awareness. — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
If you don't plan to dive in and dedicate all of your time to your startup, you probably shouldn't be looking for funding. It's… — Neil Blumenthal Copy Share Image
