????在進行這些盡職調查的過程中，有一些實用的建議須謹記。首先，要主動詢問自己是否已回答了所有關鍵問題，和其他人相比情況如何。早一點知道真相。不要浪費時間。利用獲得的反饋，改進演示文書，改善公司運營。

????第二，對投資者進行盡職調查。盡職調查的過程是長期合作關系的基石，因此雙方需要同樣的安心和信任。投資者關系近似于婚姻。婚姻中留點神秘感是好事，但雙方最好做到對彼此的基本情況心里有數。

????本文作者馬丁?茲威靈是初創企業專業顧問公司Startup Professionals Inc.的創始人兼首席執行官。

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????As you go through the due diligence process, there are some practical tips to keep in mind. First, be proactive in asking if you have answered all the key questions, and ask how you compare to others. Get to the truth early. Waste no time. Use the feedback to strengthen your presentation and your company.

????Secondly, conduct your own due diligence of the investor. This process is the foundation for the long term partnership, so both sides need the same level of comfort and trust. The investor relationship is akin to marriage. It's nice to have a little mystery in your marriage, but you better understand each other on the fundamentals.

????Marty Zwilling is CEO & Founder of Startup Professionals Inc.