In startup and VC world, two terms will be ringing in your ears non-stop: pre-money and post-money valuation. These are more than cliche startup jargon; they are pivotal in determining the future of a startup and the wealth of its founders and investors. But what do these terms really mean, and why are they so … Read more
Writing a compelling pitch deck is crucial for securing funding. Whether you’re looking for a seed fund or going forward to your Series A round; your pitch deck can make or break your trajectory. There are certain guidelines to follow and how much content (too little or too much information) is critical to attract the … Read more
Dilution can be devastating, (if you don’t think so check scene from the Social Network below). You know that your share will dilute with fund raising or creation of an employee stock option pool but you need to know how to manage dilution. What is stock dilution? When you raise money your ownership goes down. … Read more
How much is my startup worth? As an entrepreneur, you may be looking for venture capital (VC) to help fund your start-up. Before you can approach potential investors, you need to know how to valuate your start-up. It is important to know which valuation method to use; there are different methods to value early-stage startups … Read more
