You are a business consultant who works with new business owners. A new client wants to start a bakery and seeks your advice.

Based on what you’ve learned from the readings, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using venture capital as startup funding for a business.

What approach would you recommend for the client based on your research?

In your response to your classmates, consider the following questions:

• How does your approach differ from the recommendations of your classmates?
• How might your recommendation change after reading your classmates’ recommendations?