FundingHow do startups actually get funded? We'll take you through everything you could possibly want to know from what funding options are available to how to find investors to crafting the perfect pitch.
Why Do VC Funded Startups Love "Fake Growth?"by Wil SchroterSome Startup companies may look like they are soaring and scaling really fast but in reality, these Startups are spending more than they are getting back from revenue. So how can we identify whether we are going the real growth route or the fake growth route?Continue
Series A Funding Roundsby Ryan RutanLet's explore what series A funding is, how it differs from other types of funding, and what startups can do to increase their chances of securing this crucial form of financing.Continue
Startup Growth Challenges: The Downfall of Becoming Internally Focusedby Wil SchroterThere’s a huge possibility that your focus might change from managing customers and shipping products to hiring staff and doing reports — which could lead to a stall in your skills and growth as a Founder. So as you motivate your people, keep motivating yourself as well!Continue
Top 4 Business Plan Examplesby The Startups TeamWriting your first business plan? Be sure to review these four business plan examples from the Startups community that really stand out from the crowd.Continue
All Founders are Beloved In Good Timesby Wil SchroterWhen things are going well — getting funding, bringing in high revenue — everybody loves you. But when things go south, no one is around. Is there a way this can be avoided altogether?Continue
Against Considerable Oddswith Tristan WalkerFounder & CEO of Walker & Company on courage, patience, and building things that solve problems.Continue
Crafting Successwith Chad DickersonFormer CEO of Etsy talks about his unconventional journey at the helm of 1.8M DIY-or-DIE crafters.Continue
Fashionably Relentlesswith Sophia AmorusoThe Founder of Girlboss Media talks about the ups and downs of starting her first company, NastyGal, and how she has been able to productize her unique attitude and sense of style. Continue
The $70 Million Dog Sitterwith Aaron HirschhornCo-founder and CEO of DogVacay on deliberate growth, watching dogs to make ends meet and building a business on trust.Continue
Leadership From The Trencheswith Christian LanngChristian Lanng talks about his journey with Tradeshift, why it's important to believe you can fly, and how quitting is never an option (or shouldn't be if you care enough).Continue
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