Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Then, the unveiling of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposed equity crowdfunding rules reveals a panacea for growing your business’s coffers. Donation and equity crowdfunding both appeal to the public’s desire to participate collectively in fulfilling others’ entrepreneurial visions. The investors. Set a Fundraising Goal.

Equity 125

Equity SEC Technical Review Security 125

David Teten

MARCH 14, 2018

Managers of VC funds typically want to grow their business aggressively, just like the founders we back. I’ve listed them below in *very* roughly descending order of efficiency, measured by increased dollars one can put to work, divided by the operational dollars required to implement each strategy. .

Private Equity 60

Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Cofounder 60

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 16, 2020

For example, a rapidly growing business is often purchasing lots of inventory, investing in fixed assets, and not managing their accounts receivable. If your business model is profitable but you’ve mismanaged one of the above categories, you need to build a 13-week cash forecast to manage your short-term crisis.

Recapitalization 200

Recapitalization Forecast Software Review Finance 200

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 20, 2019

Human Resources Management. This used to be one of the least automated components, but now software like Workday and 15Five are building platforms to assist workflow with related systems that support employee management. Finance companies now consider mobile oriented tech as part of the core work-flow.

Technical Review 127

Technical Review Software Review Private Equity Cofounder 127

The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The primary goal of any corporate firm is to benefit from the business’s finances while operating at its maximum capacity. However, financial management can be the least exciting and quite monotonous task for running a business. Many owners avoid checking the finances and focus on more fun aspects of the company.

Finance 156

Finance Balance Sheet Operations Framework 156

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Toronto’s Mark Attanasio has spent some 20 years advising businesses at various stages in their development on what it takes to position themselves for growth – whether it’s through traditional transactional activities like management buyouts and mergers and acquisitions or via a public listing on a Canadian stock exchange. Is there more?

Partner 113

Partner Technical Review Management Due Diligence 113

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

Reasons for funding. ? Scale up your operations. One of the most prominent reasons for funding is to scale up your operations, for expansion and achieve economies of scale. Now you may want to scale up your operations or expand your presence. The third reason is to fund your short term operational expenses or working capital.

Startup 150

Startup Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Seed Stage 150

David Teten

JANUARY 19, 2021

From traditional equity VC, Flexible VC borrows the option to pursue and reap the rewards of an outsized exit. As two fund managers employing Flexible VC, we think it is a healthy addition to the ecosystem and will yield more predictable and stable healthy returns for investors. Flexible VC 101: Equity Meets Revenue Share.

Cofounder 78

Cofounder Technical Review Equity Dividend 78

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 22, 2020

Cohen and John Kador, in their classic book “ What Every Angel Investor Wants You to Know ,” includes these great points of practical advice on this subject: Manage expectations before the fact. Loans are a safer option than equity. Pay the money back, with thanks, as quickly as you can.

Management 308

Management Cram Down Angel Investor Equity 308

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in nonprofit good causes. Obviously, these companies still need money to get started, or finance growth, just like a for-profit company. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)?

Angel Investor 132

Angel Investor Equity Technical Review Exit Strategy 132

YoungUpstarts

MAY 27, 2019

Implementation is different to theory and ideas, so you need to be able to bring operational performance and many other skills to the table. Other businesses fail because they raise the wrong kind of money, such as debt they can’t repay on time or equity that causes them to lose control of their business.

Cofounder 170

Cofounder Private Equity Software Review Equity 170

ReadWriteStart

JANUARY 20, 2020

Construction, utilities, transportation, retail, finance, insurance and real estate startups are industries that hit hardest on startups with an average failure rate among them of 40%. All while the majority of the economy is driven greatly by boring industries often owned by private equity, not venture capital. 53% by year four.

Sweat Equity 107

Sweat Equity Non-Compete Startup Azure 107

Board Effect

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Boards and managers don’t agree on everything but they both agree that they need a strategic plan. One thing that they don’t always agree on is how to clarify the role of the board and the role of management in developing and implementing the strategic plan. Clarifying the Board’s Role in Strategic Management.

Management 64

Management Software Review Acquisition Merger 64

www.entrepreneur.com

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Entrepreneur Homepage Startups Starting a Business Home How-To Guides Startup Basics Business Ideas Business Planning Startup Financing Success Stories Home-Based Business Starting a Business Play Video How to Take a New Product from Just an Idea to a Business (Video). Financing Some Jobs Act Proposals Make Headway. July 31, 2007 |.

Sweat Equity 55

Sweat Equity Equity Fractional CTO CTO 55

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

But not anal if one founder who shares equity graciously with early employees who are treated as “co-founders” My idea startup team is heaving on tech personnel but also has strong product management. Don’t hire “relationship management” sales people too early. Have them manage their area.

Cofounder 388

Cofounder Early Stage Startup Silicon Valley 388

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

Every organization should be aiming to achieve growth, and this is a particularly important concern for startups that want to scale their operations consistently. This is where growth financing options come into play. So what is it exactly, and to what extent can you finance the growth of your startup using it? The advantages.

Finance 134

Finance Dilution Green Revenue 134

David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

This structure offers some of the benefits of traditional equity VC, without some of the negatives of equity VC. I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. The average monthly operating expenses is $70,335. Which VCs are comfortable using this approach?

Revenue 60

Revenue Technical Review Software Review Equity 60

The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2020

Hiring is one of the most challenging parts of running a business, no matter how large or small your operation is. From finding a qualified pool of applicants to interviewing, verifying references, and filing the hiring paperwork, just managing and recruiting employees is a full time job. Giving up too much investor equity.

Software Review 143

Software Review Startup Technical Review Hiring 143

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 12, 2017

However, as a condition of financing they may require annual audited financial statements. Specifically, the audit team assesses the management’s conclusion as to whether or not the company can continue to operate while meeting its financial obligations. Therefore, management’s analysis needs to encompass a larger set of data.

San Francisco 133

San Francisco Forecast Early Stage Term Sheet 133

ReadWriteStart

JANUARY 20, 2020

All while the majority of the economy is driven greatly by boring industries often owned by private equity, not venture capital. Most Startups Are Poorly Managed The reality is, most 20-somethings that start businesses lack the operational, managerial, sales and financial expertise to scale anything.

Sweat Equity 78

Sweat Equity Non-Compete Startup Azure 78

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 20, 2019

Finance is one of the very subtle sectors of a business that can make or break entrepreneurs. Ideally, all companies need finances for daily operations. This is what makes the concept of finance very important as an area for all organizations to cover. Operational expenses. Cash Flow Management.

Finance 105

Finance South Africa Africa Operations 105

www.avc.com

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Employee Equity: How Much? The most common comment in this long and complicated MBA Mondays series on Employee Equity is the question of how much equity should you grant when you make a hire. And the amount of equity you need to grant to accomplish these hires is also an art and most certainly not a science.

Equity 64

Equity Employee CTO Hire Fractional CTO 64

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in non-profits. Obviously, these companies still need money to get started, or finance growth, just like a for-profit company. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? Marty Zwilling.

Angel Investor 120

Angel Investor Equity Technical Review Exit Strategy 120

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 20, 2016

In my angel investor mode, I often find myself flipping to the “management” section of a business plan, even before I read the solution description and opportunity. Even if your product is a technological marvel, I look for balanced strength on the team in finance, marketing and operations. Able to communicate on every level.

Sweat Equity 152

Sweat Equity Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Software Review 152

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012

Obviously, these companies still need money to get started, or finance growth, just like a for-profit company. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. Individual and institutional donations.

Angel Investor 218

Angel Investor Technical Review Exit Strategy Equity 218

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 15, 2020

New businesses need a source of finance to start up and expand. Both equity and debt financing have their pros and cons. You might not be in a position to service your loan when the operating profits fall. Financing Cost. Don’t take a loan if the interest rates are beyond what your business can manage to raise.

Finance 101

Finance Dividend Equity Security 101

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

Deciding whether to increase money or trade equity in the business for much needed assistance, could be a tough call. I raised money and traded equity, but with my venture, I had to make one of the toughest decisions, to build it with some assistance of co-founders. Both the choices tend to take away a few options. Plan, Plan and Plan.

Cofounder 124

Cofounder Sweat Equity Equity Dilution 124

Tim Keane

MARCH 9, 2011

How should I finance my new venture? It’s a deceptively simple question:  what is the optimal way to finance a new startup? This seems like an easy topic – debt where there is appropriate cash flow, equity when there isn’t.  What are the reasons to choose one financing structure over another?

Finance 83

Finance Bootstrapping Startup Equity 83

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Outsourcing finance and accounting tasks to qualified experts will often decrease your overall costs and increase overall quality—and you might find that there are other repetitive tasks that you might be able to outsource to save you time and money. This will help you manage your sales and expenses and keep track of daily transactions.

Balance Sheet 79

Balance Sheet Software Review Technical Review Equity 79

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 30, 2022

Very few startups are cash-rich enough to self-finance aggressive second-stage growth. They need a large infusion from venture capitalists, private equity, bank loans, or mezzanine financing. Managing business growth is more than metrics. Separate management from leadership, and provide both.

Mezzanine 368

Mezzanine Private Equity Bandwidth Metrics 368

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 28, 2015

This article highlights their advice on issues ranging from financing to patent trolls: While startups may believe lawyers are too costly, working with one early on avoids potentially serious problems later. Startups need to understand how to manage the seed money they receive from investors and VCs. ” The Cost of Financing.

Convertible Security 100

Convertible Security IP Technical Review Software Review 100

www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Finance | Tuesdays. Leadership & Managing | Tuesdays. Financing a Small Business. Office and Operations. Financing A Small Business. Personal Finance. LEADERSHIP & MANAGING. LEADERSHIP & MANAGING. Managing Creativity. Should You Share Equity with Consultants? Start-up | Mondays.

Fractional CTO 40

Fractional CTO Equity Iowa Technical Cofounder 40

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 3, 2011

Obviously, these companies still need money to get started, or finance growth, just like a for-profit company. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. Individual and institutional donations.

Angel Investor 238

Angel Investor Technical Review Exit Strategy Equity 238

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 22, 2014

Shark Question #4: How much equity and debt is there in your business? In other words, how much of the business is financed with equity (owner’s money) or debt (borrowed money). This will enable you to operate day to day with a clear direction for the future. Craft a solid business and strategic plan.

CPA 160

CPA Technical Review Later Stage Equity 160

www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Finance | Tuesdays. Leadership & Managing | Tuesdays. Financing a Small Business. Office and Operations. Financing A Small Business. Personal Finance. LEADERSHIP & MANAGING. LEADERSHIP & MANAGING. Managing Creativity. Leadership and Managing >. Will Work for Equity.

Arizona 40

Arizona Equity Iowa Venture Capital 40

David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

Does the traditional VC financing model make sense for all companies? I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. Though RBI will displace some traditional equity VC, its much bigger impact will be to expand the pool of capital available for early-stage entrepreneurs.

Revenue 60

Revenue Term Sheet Founder Technical Review 60

Feld Thoughts

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

Here’s the punchline: if you run your company as if you have closed a VC equity financing round even though you actually closed a convertible debt round, you’ll be in much better shape when it comes time to raise your Series A financing. So why would you treat your debt investors (somewhat) like equity investors?

Burn Rate 152

Burn Rate Equity Software Review Early Stage 152