Tag: startup
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The 8 Critical Questions Every Business MUST Answer: A Formula for Funding, Growth, Sales and More…
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re either: a) a founder/CEO or b) someone considering starting a company. Either way, if you want to build something big and lasting, this is for you. There are many formulas for business success, but many more pitfalls. There’s a reason 70–90% of businesses fail (depending on your source). […]
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Startup Assumptions are Like Butts — Everyone Has One and Most are Full of Shit
Don’t build a business in your basement. That is the most important advice I can give. And it is the biggest problem early stage entrepreneurs struggle with. We have assumptions. We have ideas. These are meaningless. Knowing that is the key to success. Entrepreneurs that know they don’t know and are willing to learn and […]
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The Memorable Elevator Pitch that VCs Can’t Ignore
The Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising Part 2: The Memorable Elevator Pitch that VCs Can’t Ignore Welcome back to Part 2 of our Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising. If you missed the previous post, I highly recommend you read through those first before continuing. The Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising Part 1: Understanding Investors 101: The […]
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Startup Fundraising 101: The Pros and Cons of Raising from Angel Investors, VCs, Angel Groups, Syndicates and Venture Debt
The Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising Part 1: Understanding Investors 101: The Pros and Cons of Angel Investors, VCs, Angel Groups, Syndicates and Venture Debt Welcome to Part 1 of our Ultimate Guide to Startup Fundraising. If you missed the previous posts, I highly recommend you read through those first before continuing. The Ultimate Guide […]
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Startup Pirate Game Theory
“If you’ve got a dream and your dream doesn’t require a team, you need to dream bigger.” — Unknown When working with startups (both as an investor and advisor), I like to focus on incentivizes. The more aligned your organization is, the better the performance will be. Commissioned sales people are hustlers. Ever buy a used car? […]
