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How I was banned from X… and got my account back!
How I was banned from X… and got my account back!

This is the story of how I got permanently banned from X/Twitter, how I got my account back twelve days later., and all the stuff that went in between - including email conversations with the X staff.

By Stéphane Nasser| September 12, 2023
11 Measures to Create Optimal Board Dynamics
11 Measures to Create Optimal Board Dynamics

A functional board may not lead to a successful outcome but a dysfunctional one will likely lead to a company’s downfall. Here are 11 measures to create optimal board dynamics for your startup.

By Netalie Nadivi| August 28, 2023
Tips for Traction, Even If You’re Pre-Product
Tips for Traction, Even If You’re Pre-Product

Here’s 7 tips on how to grow your startup on zero dollar and get enough growth to raise funds. You’ll return to pitching with traction to spare, even on a tight budget.

By Joanna Shu| August 9, 2023
From Wall Street to Silicon Valley: My Journey as a Founder in Recruitment Technology
From Wall Street to Silicon Valley: My Journey as a Founder in Recruitment Technology

Discover the founder journey of Mehdi, from the glittering allure of Wall Street to the tech promises of Silicon valley.

By Mehdi Taifi| August 1, 2023
OpenVC Guide: The Vancouver Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The Vancouver Venture Ecosystem

Vancouver is one of the largest startup ecosystems in Canada. In this OpenVC guide, we will tell you everything you need to know if you're a tech founder or investor in Vancouver.

By Shaun Gold| July 27, 2023
How to guest post on OpenVC
How to guest post on OpenVC

Every week, we publish 1 piece on venture capital by a guest contributor. This article is posted on our blog and shared through our weekly newsletter of 6,000+ subscribers. Here's how to become a guest poster on OpenVC.

By Stéphane Nasser| July 18, 2023
OpenVC Guide: The Paris Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The Paris Venture Ecosystem

Paris is one of the largest startup ecosystems in Europe. In this OpenVC guide, we will tell you everything you need to know if you're a tech founder or investor in Paris.

By Shaun Gold| July 3, 2023
How to raise $2M in equity-free grant funding
How to raise $2M in equity-free grant funding

In this post, we will share key information about existing grant options that are available to founders in the UK, EU, and US, so you can maximize your chances of success.

By Hemal Bhagwan| June 21, 2023