Venture Capital Reading List
Welcome to Dream VC's Venture Capital Reading List, your go-to guide for must-read books on venture capital, early stage investing and startups. Whether you're focused on angel investing, navigating Silicon Valley’s dynamic landscape, excelling as an impact investor or understanding the future of African startups, this list is designed to provide comprehensive insights into VC dynamics, startup funding, and investment strategies.
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About:
The Startup x VC Reading List 2.0 is part of Dream VC’s ongoing research projects aimed at empowering investors and entrepreneurs alike. With a focus on key areas such as business models, innovation, and economic history, this resource has been crafted to help you stay ahead of trends in Venture Capital and the broader tech industry. Whether you're exploring startup scaling challenges, thinking about how to find a sector to invest in or examining leadership in high-growth companies, we have curated resources that address all aspects of the startup and investment journey.
P.S. Some of our team's favourites include "Secrets of Sand Hill Road: Venture Capital and How to Get It" and "The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth"​
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How We Did It:
This project is the result of both primary and secondary research. Surveys were conducted as part of the primary research, and the secondary research was led by Dream VC alumnus Keo Sar who was a part of our flagship IA Program. Keo has worked extensively on gathering and analysing key data for this reading list. All the data has undergone a rigorous quality check to ensure accuracy and relevance.
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If you have any feedback, opinions, or suggestions for changes, please reach out to the team at:
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Researchers:
This resource wouldn’t be possible without the hard work and contributions of our Dream VC Fellows and Alumni. Their research on African startups, entrepreneurship, and investment strategies has played a pivotal role in curating this list. We’re grateful for their dedication in ensuring this project reflects the needs of today’s VC-backed companies and startup ecosystems globally.
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Get Involved:
Are you interested in contributing to Dream VC’s future research? Or do you have feedback on this resource? Let us know!
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​This reading list is one step on your journey to mastering venture capital and entrepreneurship. Dive in, explore these great books, and learn from dozens of VCs and founders! If you decide to take on the venture world, our flagship Launch Into Venture Capital (LIVC) or Investor Accelerator (IA) fellowships can then take you further!