article thumbnail

So What is The Right Level of Burn Rate for a Startup These Days?

Both Sides of the Table

This has led VC & entrepreneur bloggers alike to similar conclusions: start raising capital early and be careful about having too high of a burn rate because that lessens the amount of runway you have until you need more cash. I’m surprised how few entrepreneurs have this open conversation with their investors.

Burn Rate 150
article thumbnail

Shark Tank Season 4 week 10 breakdown

Lightspeed Venture Partners

With a 15% churn rate, that suggests about $7 in lifetime value. The next two entrepreneurs run a wine tasting cruise business. Much of the money went into buying inventory, and a founder with around 40% owernship is still highly motivated to see the company succeed. Cuban loved both the idea and the entrepreneur.