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Arif Bhalwani, CEO of Third Eye Capital, on the ‘Golden Age’ of the Private Credit Market

The Startup Magazine

We engage intimately with businesses and their assets, understanding their operations, aspirations, and the hurdles they face. But bankruptcies and restructurings are spiking, and private credit firms have to possess not only financial acumen but also skills in restructuring, workout, and business turnaround. ARIF BHALWANI: Sure.

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How to Wisely Utilize Debt for Business Expansion

The Startup Magazine

By strategically leveraging debt, businesses can access the capital needed to invest in new opportunities, expand operations, and increase profitability. Poorly managed debt can lead to financial strain, decreased creditworthiness, and even bankruptcy. Effective marketing and sales initiatives are essential to succeed.

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Why Startups Are Ready For A Reboot

YoungUpstarts

Many startups are already tech-based, and the tech they use can help them connect with consumers and make sales online. NBC News points out several companies that filed for bankruptcy during the later months of the crisis. Shelter-in-place orders have left many startups lacking ways to interact with customers.

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The Pros and Cons of Filing Business Bankruptcy

The Startup Magazine

I spoke with experienced Philadelphia bankruptcy attorney David Offen, Esq. who let me know about some general pros and cons of filing bankruptcy for a business. First, what is Chapter 7 business bankruptcy? The business is then discharged of any debt in excess of the value of its assets, and the business ceases operations.

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Rebranding Your Business? Key Things To Keep In Mind

YoungUpstarts

Rebranding is one way to overcome the odds of a partnership breakage or a bankruptcy, showcasing the good points of your business. Consistently support your brand during a down cycle to gain higher sales, and make sure to give back or share when your business is booming. Why are you rebranding your business? Conclusion.

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Why Some Startups Win

Steve Blank

His company had marched through customer discovery, learning about the customer problem, validated solutions and was now scaling sales and marketing. I had taken the job of VP of Marketing in a company emerging from bankruptcy. Drive that demand into our sales channels. Educate our sales channel(s). All good news.

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Why Misunderstanding Startup Metrics Can Cost You Your Business

Both Sides of the Table

= profitable and companies like Amazon who chose to focus on growth > profitability were not losing money on each book sale (ie they were gross margin positive). Poorly calculated LTVs can become BVs (bankruptcy values). The reason one would accept losses is when they are investments in fueling faster growth.

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