YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

A concrete monetization strategy, or at the very least a revenue model, gives investors detailed insight into how a startup plans to generate profit once an established network is set into place. Before sealing the deal, the final step is to learn whether or not the company’s founder is willing to pivot in the future.

Early Stage 160

Early Stage Cofounder Startup Security 160

YoungUpstarts

MAY 17, 2019

But every year thousands of entrepreneurs become millionaires by buying and growing businesses without the startup headaches of venture capitalists, zero revenue, and no business processes. The opportunity: Use this as a negotiating point when bargaining for the deal. If you remove the owner, the business struggles and collapses.

Due Diligence 185

Due Diligence Forecast Deal Structure Valuation 185

Duct Tape Marketing

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

They're gonna separate out that leader's role, the salary, and they're gonna say, you know, that's a separate kind of expense for the leadership position, and they're gonna look at EBITDA cash flow. (05:37): Let's talk about some of the deal structures you've seen. 09:23): Sure.

Technical Review 80

Technical Review Wisconsin Non-disclosure Agreement Salary 80

David Teten

OCTOBER 1, 2015

I’ve talked with a number of software development shops who are eager to get into the business of cofounding companies, i.e., getting product revenue and equity instead of just consulting revenue. An intrapreneur is the extreme; usually an intrapreneur’s employer owns 100% of the new business that she creates.

Software Developers 60

Software Developers Software Development Software Review Technical Cofounder 60