David Teten

JANUARY 19, 2021

In all these cases, capital is provided to fuel forecasted growth without creating a commitment to a particular vision for future funding rounds, exit goals, and associated blitzscaling. That said, nothing is cost-free. More complex cost of capital calculation. The State of Flexible VC. Typical business model.

Cofounder 78

Cofounder Technical Review Equity Dividend 78

Up and Running

AUGUST 30, 2017

Another thing to watch out for with monthly rent is all the added costs. so keep these all in mind when calculating the costs. What are the details of your ownership structure, board of directors, investor list, partners, and so on? Having a solid marketing plan will help you get clear on your sales strategy.

Business Plan 93

Business Plan SBA Software Review Advisory Board 93

Up and Running

MAY 20, 2014

Would I say that all of this has been worth the sticker price of ~$200k, plus the opportunity cost? That calculation needs to take into account personal financials, opportunity cost, and expected future salary. Contrary to popular belief, I’m going to say that my classroom experience was the most valuable part of my time at school.

Entrepreneur 88

Entrepreneur Advisory Board Silicon Valley New York 88

OnlyOnce

JULY 9, 2013

Chapter 2: Defining and Testing the Story…Start Out By Admitting You’re Wrong, A Lean Business Plan Template, Problem, Solution, Key Metrics, Unique Value Proposition and Unfair Advantages, Channels, Customer Segments, Cost Structure and Revenue Streams. What About Sales & Marketing?, Part II: Building the Company’s Human Capital.

Startup 95

Startup Advisory Board Elevator Pitch Forecast 95

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 13, 2016

The business model has to clearly define who is your customer, market penetration expected, how much customers pay versus total costs and the investment required to sustain cash flow. What are your specific marketing and sales plans? Include advisory board member qualifications and key industry connections.

Sweat Equity 120

Sweat Equity Advisory Board Liquidity Event Startup 120

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 13, 2012

Explain in terms your mother could understand, and quantify the “cost-of-pain” in dollars or time. Marketing, sales, and partners. Describe your market penetration strategy, sales channels, pricing, and strategic partnerships. Include Advisory Board members and key industry people connections.

Business Plan 283

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 283

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 13, 2011

Explain in terms your mother could understand, and quantify the “cost-of-pain” in dollars or time. Marketing, sales, and partners. Describe your market penetration strategy, sales channels, pricing, and strategic partnerships. Include Advisory Board members and key industry people connections.

Business Plan 290

Business Plan Sweat Equity Exit Strategy Intellectual Property 290