Venture capital is a relationship-driven industry. In this guide by Pillar VC, experienced founders share tips about choosing the right investor, setting expectations, and more.

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How To: Manage Your Board of Directors

Serial CEO, Emily Green, shares tips to help you recruit, communicate with, and remain aligned with your board

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How To: Board Updates

A healthy sense of alignment starts with open communication — getting on the same page with your Board of Directors.

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How To: Build a Personal Board of Advisors

The right group of advisors will provide you with guidance, advice, coaching, and emotional support during your founder journey.

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I'm nervous the board is going to fire me, what should I do?

How do I deal with board observers?

What do I do if my relationship with a board member isn't working out?

What should I look for in an independent board member?

How do I structure my board?

Part 2: What do I do if my relationship with my investor isn't working out?

Part 2: What do I do if two important investors can't agree on anything?

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What do I need to ask for board approval on?

How do I find an independent board member?

What is the value of advisors?

Part 2: How often should the board meet?

How do I best utilize my board?

How much equity should I give advisors?

How do I ask my VC for a raise?

How do I say no to an investor?

Part 1: What do I do if two important investors can't agree on anything?

Part 1: What do I do if my relationship with my investor isn't working out?

How transparent should I be with my VCs?

How do I evaluate my board?

Part 2: How do I say no to a board member?

How do I manage my board?

How do board dynamics change over time?

Part 1: How do I effectively run a board meeting?

How can I create a culture on my board?

When should I create a board?

Part 2: How do I effectively run a board meeting?

What do I need to ask for board approval on?

Part 1: How do I say no to a board member?

How do I prioritize diversity on my board?

Part 1: How often should my board meet?

Guides

Navigating VC Relationships

How To: Manage Your Board of Directors

How To: Board Updates

How To: Build a Personal Board of Advisors

Templates

Advisor Agreement

Board Meeting Deck

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