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Kevin McArdle Kevin McArdle
Updated on April 22, 2024

5 Signs It’s Time to Start Exit Planning

Whether you’ve been in business for a couple years or your startup has momentum, it’s never too early to start exit planning. Here’s how to know when it’s time to sell your startup. 

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Joe Procopio Joe Procopio
Updated on April 22, 2024

Risk Averse? Don’t Let It Stunt Your Startup’s Growth.

Ask yourself four questions about risk tolerance versus risk aversion.

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Tatum Hunter Tatum Hunter
Updated on April 22, 2024

Your Startup Is Likely Eligible for Stimulus Loans. Here’s How to Be Ready.

Small-business stimulus money disappeared fast. Startups should start preparing now if they want to apply for future funds.

Rob Weber Rob Weber
Updated on April 22, 2024

The Weird and Wonderful Things Midwest Founders Do After They’ve Had a Big Exit

Whether you stay on post-transaction, become an investor or write a book, there’s a lot to be excited about after your hard work results in a successful sale.

Christian Kletzl Christian Kletzl
Updated on April 22, 2024

3 Rules for Founders Who Want to Improve Their Fundraising Efforts

Fundraising can be a tricky process. These three guidelines can help to remove some of the guesswork.

Tatum Hunter Tatum Hunter
Updated on April 22, 2024

The Coronavirus Stimulus Package Includes $350B for Small Businesses. But What About Startups?

Language in the economic stimulus package leaves unclear whether VC-backed startups will be eligible for relief.

Dominic Costanzo Dominic Costanzo
Updated on April 22, 2024

Here’s How to Thrive During the Shifting VC Funding Environment

Recalibrate your strategy and finances to grow even if money is tight.

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Tom Walker Tom Walker
Updated on April 22, 2024

5 Tips for Seed Funding Success

The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make is not investing in the legwork required to truly understand the customers they’re planning to serve.

Allie Felix Allie Felix
Updated on April 22, 2024

Here’s How 3 Startups Raised Money That Wasn’t Venture Capital

Founders can tap plenty of sources for funds instead of or in addition to the usual venture funding.

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Russ Wilcox Russ Wilcox
Updated on April 22, 2024

Why Your Startup Should Avoid Corporate Partnerships at Seed Stage

Corporate partnering at seed stage can distract you and even permanently lower the arc of your startup’s trajectory.

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