Is it possible for entrepreneurs to succeed at growing ventures without early-stage venture capital? Based on the fact that more than 9 out of 10 of America’s billion-dollar entrepreneurs did take off without early-stage VC, Dileep Rao says YES! In Nothing Ventured, Everything Gained, Dileep Rao shatters the dominant myth that entrepreneurs need early-stage venture capital to build a giant business. In fact, says Rao, by avoiding or even delaying VC, billion-dollar entrepreneurs can control their companies and the wealth created by them—and retain more of that wealth. The book is based on 30 of Rao’s interviews with billion-dollar entrepreneurs (BDEs) and hundred-million-dollar entrepreneurs (HMDEs) and the analysis of the strategies of 85 BDEs. The author introduces the finance-smart skills, opportunity secrets, and strategy secrets of BDEs who took off without VC, and proves his points via stories of successful giants like Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and Steve Jobs. Every entrepreneur will do well to read and benefit from Rao’s invaluable insights and expertise. Dileep Rao, PhD, financed the growth of hundreds of businesses and real estate projects over the twenty-three years he was VP of financing and business development at a venture development and finance institution. He advises entrepreneurs, governments, Fortune 1000 corporations, and financial institutions on building big businesses with finance-smart strategies. Dr. Rao is a clinical professor of entrepreneurship at Florida International University and has taught at Stanford University, the University of Minnesota, and in executive MBA programs in Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Take Control of Your Business—and Watch it Grow How can entrepreneurs learn from those that came before, so they can better craft their own approach to success? Award-winning professor of entrepreneurship, Dileep Rao, presents readers with a detailed guide to success through his interviews and analysis of billionaire and millionaire entrepreneurs. While starting a business without outside help seems difficult—even impossible—Rao shows you that it can be done. And the right type of funding could even lead to a more successful business. Rao shares how more than 90 percent of America’s billion-dollar entrepreneurs avoided or delayed venture capital, and instead used smart strategies on business, capital, and leadership. It takes more than one person to grow a business from the bottom up. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice control in the process. Armed with twenty-three years of experience as a financier, Rao shows readers how to optimize internal financing to attract external financing, to keep control of the venture—and more of the wealth.
Engaging with a critical analysis of the base and superstructure thesis, regarding which a surprising number of reputed Marxist thinkers betray a perpetual ambivalence – by frequently deploying it in a variety of contexts, but simultaneously airing various reservations about it – this book proposes a radical departure from the presently predominant understanding of it. The popular view of the base as comprising economics, and superstructure as encompassing almost all other spheres of social life, is criticised as “panoramic”, or “panoptic”, or the “extended” version, to which Marx’s rigorously defined base of production relations and superstructure of politico-legal spheres is juxtaposed. Revisiting Marx’s formulations in his famous 1859 Preface, described here as his purloined letters, the study rehabilitates his restricted version, and upholds its conceptual superiority over its extended avatar that is currently ubiquitous. The substitution of Marx’s restricted version with the widely believed extended version of the thesis is characterised here as a blunder, and this book traces the biography of this blunder, through the intricate and tortuous theoretical developments that traverse a transnational and multidisciplinary territory, constituting the history of Marxism. The last chapter argues for a paradigm shift, in favour of the mode of production thesis, in order to redeem the holistic vision of Marx. This shift is necessitated by the extenuation of the status of the base and superstructure thesis that results from the restoration of Marx’s restricted version. This chapter grapples with the issues involved in preparing the ground for that shift. It also contends that, although these theoretical shifts are never formulated in a conscious and conclusive manner – as is done here – the best practices in Marxist analyses are always inspired by the methodological implications of the mode of production thesis, and, for this reason, the thesis is claimed to be the “conceptual unconscious of Marxism”.
Dear Readers, We live in a remarkable era of rapid technological advancement, where innovation is reshaping our world at an unprecedented pace. From artificial intelligence to renewable energy, emerging technologies are driving transformative changes across various sectors, promising to revolutionize the way we live, work, and interact. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a prime example of a groundbreaking technology that is already making a significant impact. Machine learning algorithms and deep neural networks are enabling computers to learn, reason, and make decisions like never before. AI is being employed in fields as diverse as healthcare, finance, transportation, and entertainment, revolutionizing processes, improving efficiency, and unlocking new possibilities. The Internet of Things (IoT) is another revolutionary concept that is steadily permeating our daily lives. By connecting everyday objects to the internet and allowing them to communicate and share data, IoT is creating a seamlessly interconnected environment. Smart homes, autonomous vehicles, and industrial automation are just a few examples of how IoT is reshaping industries and enhancing our quality of life. Advancements in biotechnology and genetic engineering hold the promise of tackling some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental conservation. Gene editing technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 have the potential to cure genetic diseases, increase crop yields, and preserve endangered species. The ability to manipulate DNA is opening up new frontiers in scientific discovery and paving the way for a more sustainable and healthier future. Renewable energy technologies are revolutionizing the global energy landscape. Solar, wind, and hydroelectric power are becoming increasingly affordable and efficient, driving the transition towards a clean energy economy. With each passing day, we are moving closer to achieving energy independence, mitigating climate change, and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. Blockchain technology, initially popularized by cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, is now being recognized for its potential in transforming various industries. Its decentralized and transparent nature offers new possibilities for secure and efficient transactions, data management, and supply chain optimization. Blockchain is poised to disrupt finance, healthcare, logistics, and other sectors, driving efficiency, reducing fraud, and fostering trust. These emerging technologies are not just isolated advancements; they are interconnected and synergistic. The convergence of AI, IoT, biotechnology, renewable energy, and blockchain holds the potential for even more profound transformations. Combined, they can create smart cities with optimized energy consumption, personalized medicine tailored to individual genomes, and sustainable ecosystems that benefit both human society and the planet. However, as we embrace the promises of emerging technologies, we must also acknowledge the challenges they present. Ethical considerations, privacy concerns, and the potential for job displacement are all aspects that require careful consideration. As society navigates these transformative waters, policymakers, researchers, and citizens alike must work together to ensure responsible and equitable deployment of emerging technologies. The future is being shaped by the incredible potential of emerging technologies. As we witness their integration into our daily lives, it is imperative that we approach their development and deployment with responsibility, foresight, and empathy. By doing so, we can harness their power to create a better, more sustainable, and inclusive future for all. Sincerely, Dr K Parish Venkata Kumar Mr.Prasad Devarasetty Dr.Muralidhar Vejendla Dr N Raghvendra Sai Dr.K Gurnadha Gupta Dr P Dileep Kumar Reddy
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