Investors are more cautious than they used to be, but a higher bar for startup founders means more chances to prove your mettle. New startups courting investors may face even more scrutiny and skepticism than they would have even a year ago. These seven venture capitalists explain what their due-dilligence tests consist of right now, and what it takes to pass them...

Investors are more cautious than they used to be, but a higher bar for startup founders means more chances to prove your mettle. New startups courting investors may face even more scrutiny and skepticism than they would have even a year ago. These seven venture capitalists explain what their due-dilligence tests consist of right now, and what it takes to pass them...