Venture capitalists make decisions based on balancing fear and greed. Venture capital is defined as long-term equity investment in new technology projects that have potential for significant growth and return. Venture capital financing provides private equity to early-stage companies with potential for high growth in exchange for an eventual realization event like an IPO or acquisition. The venture capital investment process involves deal origination, screening, due diligence, deal structuring, post-investment activity, and an exit plan.