Scott Shane


Scott Shane
Scott Shane is A. Malachi Mixon III, Professor of Entrepreneurial Studies at Case Western Reserve University. He is the author of nine books, including: Illusions of Entrepreneurship: The Costly Myths that Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Policy Makers Live By Finding Fertile Ground: Identifying Extraordinary Opportunities for New Ventures From Ice Cream to the Internet: Using Franchising to Drive the Growth and Profits of Your Company Technology Strategy for Managers and Entrepreneurs Fool's Gold: The Truth Behind Angel Investing in America He is the Editor of the Small Business Research Center at Small Business Trends. He is also a member of the Northcoast Angel Fund in the Cleveland area. You can reach him at Scott "dot" shane "at" Case "dot" edu.

Why Pre-Seed Stage Valuations are Falling

Why Pre-Seed Stage Valuations are Falling

While the valuations of companies at the Series A stage or later have risen, the pre-seed stage valuations of companies have fallen. Here's why this may be.


How to Find Qualified IT Firms Fast

How to Find Qualified IT Firms Fast

Proper vetting of IT firms can save your small business from a lot of future trouble including wasted time and money. Here's how to find qualified IT firms.


The Dark Side of Deal-by-Deal Carry

The Dark Side of Deal-by-Deal Carry

Deal-by-deal carry often yields very different returns from fund-level carry. Discover the benefits, and the downsides, of this investment vehicle.


When Things Go Bad in a Startup

When Things Go Bad in a Startup

When things go bad in a startup, the best response is to rationally evaluate your alternatives. Don't criticize the founders and ask for your money back.