David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

So you’re interested in raising capital from a Revenue-Based Investor VC. A new wave of Revenue-Based Investors (“RBI”) are emerging. I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. Rational burn profile, up to 50% of revenue at close, scaling down.

Revenue 60

Revenue Technical Review Software Review Equity 60

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Minimize one-time sales in your business model. You need a stable customer base with an automatically renewing revenue stream, such as the subscription model. Minimize permanent hiring and customized operational facilities. Your solution must have value for every customer.

Merger 386

Merger Acquisition Software Review Social Media 386

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

He just hired Meg Whitman. Tech IPO prices exploded and subsequent trading prices rose to dizzying heights as the stock prices became disconnected from the traditional metrics of revenue and profits. Startups wrote business plans, generated expansive 5-year forecasts and executed (hired, spent and built) to the plan.

Lean 335

Lean Burn Rate Startup IPO 335

Steve Blank

APRIL 23, 2014

Most large companies manage three types of innovation: process innovation (making existing products incrementally better), continuous innovation (building on the strength of the company’s current business model but creating new elements) and disruptive innovation (creating products or services that did not exist before.).

Acquisition 332

Acquisition Intellectual Property Silicon Valley Startup 332

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Implement a modern real business model. Even non-profits need revenue to cover their costs, and continue to provide services. Trying to save money by recruiting family members, or hiring only interns, is a bad risk. Opportunity and revenue projections based on deep market and customer analysis are a smarter risk.

Management 322

Management Entrepreneur Forecast Stock Options 322

The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2021

There are so many businesses around us, and to stay in the game, you need to think of ways to improve your small business revenue. It’s important to remember that every small business needs a different approach. Here are 8 straightforward ways to help you improve your small business. Follow industry best practices.

Small Business 165

Small Business Mobile Revenue Social Media 165

ReadWriteStart

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

You can either hire a web development company or use a platform like WordPress to create your site. Most of your work is done if you’re simply providing online wholesale shopping sites (seebiz dotcom online wholesale shopping sites) for other businesses. Understanding The Business Model of a B2B Marketplace.

B2B 131

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 28, 2019

New entrepreneurs tend to focus only on getting the product right, and assume that the right culture and ethics will come later simply by hiring good people. Building an ethical business is more than just compliance and meeting legal requirements, and it has big paybacks. The reality is different. Marty Zwilling.

Software Review 192

Software Review Offshore Leadership .Net 192

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Surprisingly if you’ve filled out the business model canvas you already know who you need. She started by sketching her business model canvas on a napkin, but somehow the conversation quickly shifted to what was really on her mind. Who can I hire later? ——-. And what can I outsource?”

Cofounder 335

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 22, 2021

How do you convince investors that your business model will really work, before you have a revenue stream that exceeds your expenses? Even if you are bootstrapping your business, and you are the only investor, you should be asking yourself the same question. Plan for a real revenue model.

Business Model 414

Business Model Angel Investor Bootstrapping Revenue 414

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 15, 2019

They’ll use government regulation and lawsuits to keep out new entrants with more innovative business models. For the contractors, anything new offers the real risk of losing a lucrative existing stream of revenue. Instead, most organizations look to create even more process. The result is process theater.

Government 315

Government Technical Review Acquisition Metrics 315

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 4, 2019

At Wildcat, we recommend benchmarking your startup against the four core architectural pillars of the Traction Gap Framework: product , revenue , team and systems. Revenue Architecture. A comprehensive revenue architecture should be designed to enable a startup to generate and monetize awareness, engagement and usage.

Framework 127

Framework Architecture Cleveland Early Stage 127

View from Seed

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Projecting from the seed stage, there are two types of team-building topics you want to address – key senior hires and org-level team building. As the company progresses through product market fit (PMF), you will want to highlight other key senior hires required to scale and round out the functional expertise of the exec team.

Part-Time VPE 195

Part-Time VPE Seed Stage CTO Hire Forecast 195

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 21, 2020

No surprise during an economic crisis, over 81% of business owners are prioritizing cash flow management and are identifying ways to cut back spending and increase sales, namely by moving services online. Diversifying revenue streams (35%). Changing their hiring and recruiting processes (47%). Cutting expenses (36%).

Small Business 147

Small Business Cofounder United States Technical Review 147

crowdSPRING Blog

JANUARY 27, 2013

Today I want to write briefly about a strategy we have used to very good effect when hiring new workers: outsource. I am not talking about outsourcing work to other companies, but rather finding, hiring, and developing a network of freelance vendors or contractors. This does not just apply in the world of creative services.

Lean 99

Lean Hiring Salary United States 99

YoungUpstarts

MAY 24, 2019

At Wildcat, we recommend benchmarking your startup against the four core architectural pillars of the Traction Gap Framework: product , revenue , team and systems. Revenue Architecture. A comprehensive revenue architecture should be designed to enable a startup to generate and monetize awareness, engagement and usage.

Framework 113

Framework Architecture Cleveland Early Stage 113

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 8, 2021

After launching a new startup, you’ll be interested in growing the business as quickly as possible, thus generating more revenue, securing more stability, and improving your reputation as well. When starting a business, you’re usually working with a limited budget. Role malleability. Work ethic. Personality fits.

Employee 127

Employee Product Startup Software Review 127

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 13, 2014

The real milestone, proving the business model, is that first product sold for full price to a total stranger, leaving him happy. Your revenue model has to make sense. Many of the Internet business plans I see these days say the service is free, and revenue will come later from a huge user base.

Business Model 248

Business Model Sales Customer Distribution 248

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 17, 2019

Converting customer-centric advantages into business value requires a deep understanding of all the financial elements of your business, as well as customer drivers. Strong leaders continually work on a strategy of hiring, developing, and retaining the best and the brightest. Seek out and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Technical Review 218

Technical Review Revenue Analytics Metrics 218

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 24, 2016

If the Microsoft board was managing for quarter to quarter or even year to year revenue growth, Ballmer was as good as it gets as a CEO. Services (Cloud, ads, music) have a very different business model. Microsoft executed its 20 th -century business model extremely well, but it missed the new and more important ones.

Azure 120

Azure Business Model Cloud Artificial Inteligence 120

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 24, 2016

If the Microsoft board was managing for quarter to quarter or even year to year revenue growth, Ballmer was as good as it gets as a CEO. Services (Cloud, ads, music) have a very different business model. Microsoft executed its 20 th -century business model extremely well, but it missed the new and more important ones.

Azure 120

Azure Business Model Cloud Artificial Inteligence 120

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2017

New entrepreneurs tend to focus only on getting the product right, and assume that the right culture and ethics will come later simply by hiring good people. Building an ethical business is more than just compliance and meeting legal requirements, and it has big paybacks. times the return of other companies over the last 10 years.

Software Review 166

Software Review Offshore Leadership .Net 166

Up and Running

AUGUST 24, 2020

Driven by job cuts and budget reductions urging businesses to hire more freelancers , online freelancing platforms will enable companies to tap into expanded pools of global talent and hire qualified workers. But there are plenty of cost-saving, productivity and even hiring benefits that make remote work an attractive option.

Technical Review 131

Technical Review Analytics Forecast Artificial Inteligence 131

ReadWriteStart

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Oftentimes, new startups are inclined to cut costs that seem superfluous or unnecessary for the core business model to function. But when you cut something that is essential in business — it is problematic; digital marketing is the best way for a startup to increase brand awareness and attract new paying customers.

Startup 106

Startup Software Review Open Source Technical Review 106

Up and Running

JUNE 7, 2021

The shift toward business models that embrace social responsibility raises questions about how financially sustainable it is to dedicate resources and employee energy to doing good in the world. Some may argue that such efforts are best left to individuals, not businesses. The history of social responsibility in business.

Framework 191

Framework United States Employee Vesting 191

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 20, 2015

How do you convince investors that your business model will really work, before you have a revenue stream that exceeds your expenses? Even if you are bootstrapping your business, and you are the only investor, you should be asking yourself the same question. Plan for a real revenue model.

Business Model 120

Business Model Angel Investor Startup Bootstrapping 120

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 29, 2024

Designing Your Business Model Crafting a business model is like building a blueprint for your venture. Revenue streams are another critical component of your business model. Revenue streams are another critical component of your business model.

Intellectual Property 131

Intellectual Property Angel Investor Business Model Bootstrapping 131

ReadWriteStart

JANUARY 26, 2021

If you run out of capital prematurely, the business can’t sustain itself—no matter how good the business model is. This is usually a problem with businesses that are self-funded or those that are utilizing a minimalistic approach. Too many startups hire quickly and with reckless abandon. No Real Business Model.

Startup 180

Startup Angel Investor Business Model Demand 180

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 28, 2013

New entrepreneurs tend to focus only on getting the product right, and assume that the right culture and ethics will come later simply by hiring good people. Building an ethical business is more than just compliance and meeting legal requirements, and it has big paybacks. entrepreneur culture startup ethics growth business'

Software Review 250

Software Review Offshore Leadership .Net 250

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 17, 2023

For example, if you have a proven product, real revenue, a big potential market, and are ready to scale up the business, every investor will be interested. You are now entering the rollout stage , with money required for marketing, hiring a full-time team, and a production process. Congratulations!

Angel Investor 313

Angel Investor Intellectual Property Investment Bankers Private Equity 313

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Write your business plan and develop your business model with this in mind so you can avoid these issues. . You can choose from a few different types of business plans depending on your needs. If you’re seeking investment, you need a traditional business plan. Hiring plans. Be specific. Company overview.

Business Plan 154

Business Plan Technical Review Forecast Software Review 154

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 27, 2014

Implement a modern real business model. Even non-profits need revenue to cover their costs, and continue to provide services. Trying to save money by recruiting family members, or hiring only interns, is a bad risk. Opportunity and revenue projections based on deep market and customer analysis are a smarter risk.

Startup 283

Startup Forecast Stock Options Technical Review 283

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 17, 2018

Implement a modern real business model. Even non-profits need revenue to cover their costs, and continue to provide services. Trying to save money by recruiting family members, or hiring only interns, is a bad risk. Opportunity and revenue projections based on deep market and customer analysis are a smarter risk.

Forecast 161

Forecast Stock Options Technical Review Metrics 161

Gust

JANUARY 5, 2014

The real milestone, proving the business model, is that first product sold for full price to a total stranger, leaving him happy. Your revenue model has to make sense. Many of the Internet business plans I see these days say the service is free, and revenue will come later from a huge user base.

Business Model 171

Business Model Sales Customer Distribution 171

Steve Blank

MARCH 17, 2020

But next the question is, ‘What happens to my business?”. The questions every startup or small business CEO needs to ask now are: What’s my Burn Rate and Runway? What does your new business model look like? Next, take a look at your actual revenue each month – not forecast, but real revenue coming in each month.

Burn Rate 436

Burn Rate Startup Valuation Sales Cycle 436

Austin Startup

MAY 10, 2021

Hologram , a global cellular platform for IoT, announced it hired Mike Georgoff this month as its first Chief Product Officer as the organization continues its growth. Georgoff’s has extensive experience and expertise with developing and launching software as a service (SaaS) products and scaling a variety of business models.

Hiring 104

Hiring Product United States Startup 104

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 14, 2023

Simply stated, it means that your business has the potential to multiply revenue with minimal incremental cost. Ready to scale is when you have a proven product and a proven business model, about to expand to new geographies and markets. Use a minimum viable product (MVP) to validate the model.

Hockey Stick 339

Hockey Stick Intellectual Property Non-Compete Business Model 339