RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Key Success Factors and Career Risks for Junior-Level Personnel in Venture Capital JF The Journal of Private Equity FD Institutional Investor Journals SP 73 OP 79 DO 10.3905/jpe.2006.667559 VO 10 IS 1 A1 Conrad Wang YR 2006 UL https://pm-research.com/content/10/1/73.abstract AB From the perspective of MBA graduates outside the venture capital industry, much effort and discussion focuses on how to find or create a job opportunity. In contrast, relatively less attention is given to what is needed to become a successful venture capitalist. To better understand key success factors and career risks for this group, a series of interviews was conducted with junior-level personnel in venture capital. From these conversations, common themes arose in terms of the types of skills needed to be successful, as well as potential career risks.TOPICS: Private equity, performance measurement, in portfolio management, manager selection