Understanding Startup Investorsby The Startups TeamWhatever stage your business is in when you launch your fundraising efforts, you can find the investor support that you’re looking for. Now that you’ve determined the fundraise structure that matches your needs and goals, it’s all about finding the investors that make sense.Continue
Startup Bootstrappingby The Startups TeamBootstrapping is the way of life for entrepreneurs. For every great company (even the funded ones) there is a great story about how the Founder leveraged some form of Bootstrap Capital to get the company out of the gates. Keep reading to understand all the different avenues of bootstrapping to see what will work for your startup. Continue
We're All Afraid of Paper Demonsby Wil SchroterWhen you focus your attention on something that has not happened yet it will create anxiety that will hinder everything. Stop worrying about the things that didn’t happen and start planning based on what’s happening now.Continue
Sometimes Shrinking is the Right Moveby Wil SchroterSometimes in order for the company to grow, we have to shrink first.Continue
This Could be Our Last Shotby Wil SchroterIn our early years, when we fail to succeed in growing our Startup, it’s okay. We can always start again. When we’re already in our mid-40s and 50s (or older), screwing up comes at a high price, and a restart may no longer be possible.Continue
Founder Compensation: The Good, the Bad, and the Suicidalby Marcello MirandaOr, how to cash out without killing your startup in the cradleContinue
Crowdfunding: Pros and Consby The Startups TeamWe break down the pros and cons of crowdfunding in order to help you decide if the crowdfunding approach to raising seed capital a right for your business.Continue
I Failed. What Will People Think of Me?by Wil SchroterWe always worry about what other people might think of us when we fail. But the truth is, no one will remember. So, dust it off and start creating a new narrative!Continue
Don't be Afraid to Take Big Swingsby Wil SchroterSuccessful Startups did not succeed because they fear failure. Success comes when the Founder keeps taking swings and managing failure as they come because they’re focused on getting a hit!Continue
How to Value a Startup — 10 Real-World Valuation Methodsby Emma McGowanStartup valuation is more art than science, let’s explore both. Here are 10 tried & true methods for figuring out how to value a startup.Continue