Business News / Startups
I’ve negotiated my fair share of term sheets with angel investors, and one lesson keeps surfacing: performance-based terms can be powerful tools for aligning incentives, but they can also be Trojan horses for losing control if you’re not careful. Below I share practical, hands-on guidance on...
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I often get asked by founders whether they should push for aggressive growth or tighten the belt to protect profitability. The short answer is: it depends. What truly changes the decision are a handful of unit economics that reveal the health and scalability of a SaaS business. Below I walk through...
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I remember the first time I realized banking overhead was quietly eating our runway. As a founder, every pound saved on fees and every hour reclaimed from manual reconciliation felt like oxygen for growth. That’s why when I started experimenting with Stripe Treasury for our startup’s cash...
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Launching a startup can feel like embarking on a thrilling adventure. There’s the excitement of bringing new ideas to life, the rush of assembling a talented team, and the joy of watching your vision take shape. However, amidst all the innovation and energy, one critical aspect often gets...
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When it comes to driving your startup’s growth, one of the most critical decisions you’ll ever make is who you choose to bring onboard. Hiring the right talent isn’t just about finding people with the skills to fill a role—it’s about finding individuals who can propel your vision forward,...
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In recent years, the world of transportation has experienced a seismic shift, and at the forefront of this change are micromobility startups. If you’ve noticed more electric scooters, bikes, and compact vehicles zipping through urban streets, you’re witnessing a revolution that’s challenging...
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As a founder, you’ve likely heard the often-repeated mantra: “Raising venture capital is both art and science.” After years of observing startup ecosystems and interviewing investors, I can confidently say this statement couldn’t be more accurate. Seeking venture capital (VC) funding is one...
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As entrepreneurs, we often enter the business world with a clear vision, a solid plan, and immense passion for solving a problem or delivering value. Yet, the reality is that the entrepreneurial journey is rarely linear. Markets shift, consumer preferences evolve, and sometimes, the product or...
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Scaling a startup is both an exciting and challenging process. As entrepreneurs, we're inevitably driven by the desire to expand our ventures, penetrate new markets, and serve a broader audience. However, one of the most common pitfalls during this growth phase is sacrificing the very quality that...
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