Gust
NOVEMBER 15, 2012
Parts of the answer are that (a) there are enormous regulatory requirements relating to secondary markets, and (b) there are no analysts tracking private company stocks.
Haystack
JULY 4, 2019
Most folks who are not close to early-stage startups and new company formation would be surprised to discover that a high number of companies, after receiving funding from individuals or institutions, do not send updates to their investors. For me, I am pretty zen about this after six years of early-stage startup investment.
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Austin Startup
MAY 17, 2017
It’s pretty well known that startups usually undergo a meaningful change in Board composition at their Series A round. Less has been written about what startup boards tend to look like before a Series A round. Know the difference between a Board Observer, Information Rights, and being a member of the Board of Directors.
Up and Running
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
While this is certainly true, there are also lots of us who know we have the drive and skills to run our own business if we could just decide on the right product or service to offer. The startup investment is minimal. Perhaps some of the highest costs of any new business are marketing costs. People are buying insurance online.
Both Sides of the Table
NOVEMBER 9, 2014
We all know that funding markets have changed for startups. I have blogged about some of the downside consequences of the changes and the private information I have says the consequences are much worse than is reported in the press since few people publicly talk about. Protect your financial information wisely.
ConversionXL
MAY 20, 2014
The best way to get this information is to create a feedback loop that collects information right after they sign up, but before the course begins, so they’re fresh in the “I’m going to solve my problem” mindset. Mention your target market in your headline to make your value proposition instantly useful.
Startup Company Lawyer
AUGUST 31, 2012
Over the past few years, convertible debt has emerged as a quick and inexpensive method for startup companies to raise money from angel investors and early stage venture funds. However, most typical convertible debt issued by startups have a maturity date of typically one year or later from the time of issuance. Background.
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