On today , Steve Blank 's stock has plunged nearly 18 % from its IPO price . Facebook : It 's too early to judge Facebook based on its initial performance on the market . Despite its IPO process mess , Facebook just needs to prove its long-term worth , he says . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Steve Blank . Blank : Facebook IPO could change the investing culture of Silicon Valley forever .
On today , Steve Blank 's stock has plunged nearly 18 % from its IPO price . Facebook : It 's too early to judge Facebook based on its initial performance on the market . Despite its IPO process mess , Facebook just needs to prove its long-term worth , he says . Blank : Facebook IPO could change the investing culture of Silicon Valley forever .