I appreciate that the OP fesses up to his lesson in humility. Getting into VC is very hard. There are thousands of newly minted MBAs who want to get into the

I appreciate that the OP fesses up to his lesson in humility. Getting into VC is very hard. There are thousands of newly minted MBAs who want to get into the field. If you have an offer that is 15-25% below market, take it. There are thousands who will go cheaper. Then if you perform, you are coming from a position of strength.