Wednesday, December 4, 2013
When we hear about “startup investing,” we generally think of the big paydays that occur when an early-stage company is acquired or goes public – like Google, Facebook or Tumblr. And historically, it’s true: profits from early-stage investing have come from “exits” like an IPO or a big acquisition.
Wednesday, November 27, 2013
It’s time for another pop quiz… Can you guess where this line is from? “A million dollars isn’t cool.
Friday, November 22, 2013
“Double down!” my friend Walter screamed in my ear. “DOUBLE DOWN!” It was my 18th birthday, and my first time playing blackjack in a casino.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Every once in a while you come across an opportunity that seems like a “sure thing...” An opportunity where it feels like you’re looking into a crystal ball – where you can see the future playing out before your eyes.
Friday, November 15, 2013
What do 8 of the 10 wealthiest people in the U.S. have in common?
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
“Startup.” Ah, what an exciting word… It brings to mind the anticipation and wealth-building potential of being part of “The Next Facebook” or “The Next Google.” But for a handful of smart investors, the word “startup” conjures up something that’s a little less world changing, but (depending on how you…
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Here’s a mystery to solve: Last month, on a sunny Sunday afternoon, I strolled up Broadway and bought a pound of shrimp from a fancy seafood market called Citarella. These weren’t just any shrimp.
Friday, November 8, 2013
“What year is it?” That’s what I heard when I picked up my phone yesterday. It was an old friend on the line, someone I used to work with on Wall Street.
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Pop quiz! Can you name the movie these lines are from?
Friday, November 1, 2013
Investing can give you whiplash. One day it seems like you know exactly what you’re doing.