Some interesting links we found across the web this week:

3 Blind Spots That Will Sink Your Startup
Forbes highlights three blind spots that could lead to your company’s failure, and they all relate to you as the founder. Read here for guidance on identifying and correcting them.

“When”, Not “If” — Why Every Startup Should Be Planning for a Downturn
With the inevitable ebb and flow of the stock market, it’s best not to get too comfortable when times are good. Get a venture capitalist’s advice on how to prepare for an economic downturn in this article from Medium.

Startups Aren't Cool Anymore
The Atlantic explores various reasons for declining entrepreneurship among Millennials, including fallout from the Great Recession, concentration of startup investment, international competition, and increased innovation within established companies.

Equity Crowdfunding: A Primer
If you’re not familiar with crowdfunding, this article in Business News Daily provides a helpful introduction to this potential source of capital for your business.