Startup Market Sizeby The Startups TeamThe Market Size explains just how much potential for growth your startup has. Investors want to know you're solving a painful problem in a giant market. In this section of our Funding Series, we are going to unpack how to go about estimating and presenting market size.Continue
13 Best Books on Entrepreneurshipby Sarah HumphreysWhy go at it alone, when you can learn straight from the source? Business books that have already helped millions of entrepreneurs can guide you along the way to obtaining a sustainable business. Here are the 13 best business books that will help "lead" you on your path. Continue
What is a Startup Accelerator?by The Startups TeamIn this informative article, we explain what accelerator programs actually do, who they help, the pros and cons of joining one — and some new alternatives to the traditional startup accelerators.Continue
How Long Will It Take To Have a Successful Startup?by Wil SchroterLaunching a startup can happen really quickly. Making it a real business — Now, that takes a lot of time. But how much time does it take to make a startup successful?Continue
How to Monetize a Facebook Groupby Sarah HumphreysBuilding an online community is no easy task, but the reward in doing so is worth the effort put into it. Facebook Groups are a great way to create an online business and build trust with potential customers.Continue
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
What a Market Downturn Means for Startupsby Wil SchroterLet's talk about putting a freeze on your resources when returns take a downturn. You can definitely weather the storm when you understand where to find the opportunities unwanted downturn provides.Continue
My Unhealthy Relationship With Workby Wil SchroterNope, this isn’t about love. This is about developing unhealthy relationships with family, friends, and anyone within your social circle because your toxic work life is making everything else toxic.Continue
Am I Lying or Just Being Optimistic?by Wil SchroterHaving a strong conviction that what we’re building will lead to success mixed with a strong sense of positivity and optimism can often feel like being dishonest if we haven't actually achieved anything — but honesty and optimism don't have to be a competing moral quandary.Continue
Why Co-Founders Often Don't Lastby Wil SchroterLikened to marriage, having a cofounder requires a commitment that comes with consequences when and if the Startup fails — and coming up with an action plan when the business turns out to be a total flop.Continue