Raising venture capital is often an important rite of passage for young companies. Many entrepreneurs see venture backing as the way to get on the map, and show the world their ideas are legitimate.

But bringing investors into your company is a double-edged sword, and can lead to a loss of control that can steer the company to unforeseen or unwanted outcomes.

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