Learn Venture Deals
Master startup financing and term sheets
Interactive course on fundraising, VC negotiation, and deal terms. Based on the bestseller Venture Deals.
This course is for you if:
- You're a startup founder negotiating with investors
- You've received a term sheet and want to understand what you're signing
- You're planning to raise and want to be prepared
- You're a co-founder or CTO involved in deal decisions
- You want equity for your work, not just salary or day rate
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Familiar problems?
- You don't understand the term sheet the VC sent
- No idea what liquidation preference or anti-dilution means
- Worried about signing a bad deal and losing your company
- Your lawyer explains but it doesn't click
- Unsure how much to raise or at what valuation
The solution: Learn Venture Deals
- Clear explanations of every concept
- Concrete calculation examples – see exactly who gets what
- Interactive quizzes at the end of each module
- Detailed summaries available as PDF
- Based on Brad Feld & Jason Mendelson's bestseller
What you'll learn
1. Players and the Ecosystem
Who's who in the VC world? VC hierarchy. What to look for when choosing a lawyer.
~45 min2. How to Raise Capital
The Yoda rule. How much to raise? The four VC decision categories. Why NOT to ask for an NDA.
~60 min3. Economic Terms
Pre-money vs post-money trap. Option pool. Liquidation preference. Anti-dilution.
~90 min4. Control Terms
Board of Directors. Protective provisions. Drag-along and conversion rights.
~60 min5. How VCs Operate
LP vs GP structure. Management fee and carried interest. Fund life cycle.
~45 min6. Negotiation Tactics
Three goals. BATNA and leverage. What to never do. Handling no-shop.
~75 minWhat you get
6 Detailed Modules
~6 hours of content
20+ Quiz Questions
Test your knowledge
Calculation Examples
Real numbers
PDF Download
Learn offline
Saved Progress
Pick up where you left off
Lifetime Access
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Who it's for
Startup Founders
Preparing to raise and understand terms
Co-founders, CTOs
Involved in negotiations and decisions
Aspiring Founders
Planning to start a startup
An investment in your future
One-time fee • Lifetime access • Start immediately
Secure payment (Stripe). Invoice by email.
FAQ
How long do I have to complete it?
Unlimited. One payment, lifetime access. Go at your own pace.
Can I continue on another device?
Yes. Progress is tied to your account, so you can resume anywhere.
Do I need prior knowledge?
No. The course starts from the basics. Key terms have clickable definitions.
Does this replace a lawyer?
No. The goal is to understand what your lawyer is saying and ask the right questions. Always get professional advice for legal decisions.