Up and Running
AUGUST 28, 2019
It’s common to feel a bit lost or overwhelmed at this stage, but with this guide, you’ll gain confidence in your ability to create your new business entity and get back to the work you love. We’ll review some new language and concepts in this process, but once you’re done, you may never need to think about this stuff again. .
Up and Running
SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
They allow you to hire more people, purchase new technology, and establish new business connections, among many other benefits. That’s because obtaining a pre-money valuation for a concept level technology company in excess of $1 million is difficult, particularly for a startup founder without a proven track record.
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Steve Blank
OCTOBER 24, 2017
A version of this article is in the Harvard Business Review. Technology cycles have become a treadmill, and for startups to survive they need to be on a continuous innovation cycle. 20th Century Tech Liquidity = Initial Public Offering. Hire a CEO to Go Public. Technology Cycles Measured in Years.
Steve Blank
APRIL 10, 2019
A version of this article first appeared in the Harvard Business Review. For most startup employee’s startup stock options are now a bad deal. Why Startups Offer Stock Options. Not everyone got the same amount of stock. The founders got most of the common stock. Here’s why. That made sense.
www.mattbartus.com
SEPTEMBER 24, 2011
First, you’d probably want them to receive common stock, not preferred stock (which is the likely next round). Common-yet-sticky situations are everywhere, and no VC and few attorney bloggers (but you, apparently) gives them the due attention they deserve. [link] mattbartus. Keep on rocking! Thanks Casey!
Startup Company Lawyer
MAY 4, 2009
Applications are due by May 10, 2009. Focus on a high tech or innovative sector, such as biotech, cleantech, and information technology. Hiring and Firing. July 14th, 2009: Implement hiring policies and practices. Description: When to hire and when to fire? How to hire the best vendors for the best rates.
Startup Lessons Learned
AUGUST 26, 2009
They take common stock, not preferred, a fact that the entrepreneurs mentioned to me many times. Im also excited to share two long-form reviews from actual attendees. Technically you argue it goes back 30 years when StorageTek was founded. They dont invest a lot of money; just enough to keep them going through the summer.
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