ReadWriteStart
JUNE 1, 2020
Bridge or exit stage. The bridge or exit stage is generally of very large transactions and for companies with substantial valuation. These phases are focused on inorganic growth, mergers, buyouts, acquisitions, and exit preparation for the business. Point number 3: Never raise money with an increased valuation.
Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 27, 2018
“If we build it, they will come” and “word of mouth” are not credible marketing strategies these days. I would expect to see specific plans for distribution, partnerships, and sales channels, as well as the use of social media and conventional marketing, with budgets for the major elements.
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Up and Running
SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
Everything does not need to be disclosed right away, but as a serious business owner, you should have the following ready to go: Business Plan (should define market, problem, growth potential, sales channels, competition, patent info, exit strategy, profit margins, scalability, milestone markers). That’s become “expected.”
Gust
AUGUST 30, 2012
Team, Business Model, Traction, Customer Acquisition, Scalability, Defensibiity, Capital Efficiency, Churn, Time to Breakeven, Exit Strategy. Size, Growth, Concentration, Geography, Demographics, Competition, Channels, Regulatory Environment, Technological Developments, Adjacent Markets, Characteristics of the Deal.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 13, 2012
Clearly define the customer, channel, and revenue model associated with this solution. Describe your market penetration strategy, sales channels, pricing, and strategic partnerships. Convince investors that you have lined up sales channels, strategic partners, and a viable marketing strategy. Exit strategy.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 13, 2011
Clearly define the customer, channel, and revenue model associated with this solution. Describe your market penetration strategy, sales channels, pricing, and strategic partnerships. Convince investors that you have lined up sales channels, strategic partners, and a viable marketing strategy. Exit strategy.
Gust
AUGUST 5, 2012
Clearly define the customer, channel, and revenue model associated with this solution. Describe your market penetration strategy, sales channels, pricing, and strategic partnerships. Convince investors that you have lined up sales channels, strategic partners, and a viable marketing strategy. Exit strategy.
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