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My Life as a CEO (and VC): Chief Psychologist

Both Sides of the Table

I opened up with a very blunt conversation about self confidence, self doubt, family pressure, peer pressure and the demands on a CEO. Another prominent CEO was on the verge of both company & personal bankruptcy when we had lunch. His firm hasn’t yet performed up to the level at which he expected. Lived it.

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How Much Should You Raise in Your VC Round? And What is a VC Looking at in Your Model?

Both Sides of the Table

Every VC wants to fund a deal that seems to have too much demand. Having too little demand leads to bankruptcy. Most VCs lead one round of financing in your company and are looking for other VCs to lead subsequent rounds. Will these milestones be enough that a VC would pay a higher price in the next round of financing?

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Why Startups Are Ready For A Reboot

YoungUpstarts

Companies that have managed to do this have a distinct advantage over those dependent on financing from external sources. NBC News points out several companies that filed for bankruptcy during the later months of the crisis. In contrast, others had to retool their business protocols to deal with the new demands of a remote office.

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7 Ways to Improve the Financial Management of Your Business

The Startup Magazine

Managing finances is one of the most important aspects of running a successful business. As a result, being unaware of regular expenses can lead to overspending, cash flow problems, and even bankruptcy. A clear plan makes making informed decisions and managing your finances easier. 4. Monitor finances.

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Effective Cost-Saving Rules for Manufacturers

The Startup Magazine

Due to lockdowns, layoffs and other measures forced by the virus, some manufacturers had to pronounce bankruptcy and completely stop their business actions. While high ROI products gain priority, other products need to be represented according to their market demand or temporarily left behind.

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The Basics of Small Business Loans [WEBINAR]

Up and Running

Hopefully I’ll be able to add some value with some of the financing needs that your businesses may need. Then we look at what the small business financing needs. “How do I tackle my financing needs as a startup?” I think there is a process where you can participate via Twitter, or ask questions.

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Flexible VC, a New Model for Companies Targeting Profitability

David Teten

From RBI, Flexible VCs borrow the ability to reap meaningful returns without demanding founders build for an exit. Part of the magic of revenue-based financing is how historical performance and strong, achievable financial projections are ultimately the backbone of how RBI/RBF investment decisions are made.” Flexible VC. Venture Debt.