How to break into Silicon Valley if you have no idea where to start

Silicon Valley is a great place to create the next world-changing business. But for founders with no connections, it can be an intimidating place to break into.

Business Insider spoke to 10 top-tier venture capitalists about what advice they give to aspiring entrepreneurs looking for a way into the tech industry.

Here's the advice from some of the best on how to break into Silicon Valley: