New-Venture Team and Liability of Newness Quiz

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What is the primary way in which nonemployee members of a start-up's newventure team help the firm?

Providing guidance

What is an inside director?

A person who is also an officer of the firm

What is the phenomenon referred to as when a high-quality individual agrees to serve on a company’s board of directors?

Signaling

What is an advisory board?

<p>A panel of experts who provide counsel and advice on an ongoing basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do new ventures turn to consultants for help and advice?

<p>Because new firms typically can’t afford to employ experts in many areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of assembling a talented and experienced new-venture team, as mentioned in the text?

<p>To mitigate the liability of newness and overcome limitations related to customer and supplier relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a heterogeneous founding team, according to the text?

<p>Members with diverse abilities and experiences contribute to overcoming the liability of newness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does networking involve in the context of launching a new firm?

<p>Building and maintaining relationships with people who are similar or whose friendship could bring advantages to the firm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a skills profile, as mentioned in the text?

<p>A chart depicting the most important skills needed in a new venture and where skills gaps exist</p> Signup and view all the answers

What personal attributes affect a founder's chances of launching a successful new firm, based on the text?

<p>Level of education, prior entrepreneurial experience, relevant industry experience, and the ability to network</p> Signup and view all the answers

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