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Strategies to Improve Cash Flow Management for Startups

The Startup Magazine

For startups, cash flow isnt just a financial metricits the lifeline of the business. Yet, most small businesses fail due to poor cash flow management. This is a stark reminder of how crucial it is to maintain a steady flow of funds to cover expenses, seize growth opportunities, and weather unexpected challenges. Image source Startups often face unpredictable revenue streams and mounting operational costs, making cash flow management particularly challenging.

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Weekly FIRGUN Newsletter – March 7 2025

VC Cafe

The original version of this newsletter was published on LinkedIn. Sign up to get the next edition directly to your inbox. If you’re new here, the word “Firgun” (pronounced ‘feer-goon’)is an informal modern Hebrew term and concept in Israeli culture (originally Yiddish), which describes genuine, unselfish delight or pride in the accomplishment of the other person.

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Why is it essential to have an agenda before a board meeting?

Board Effect

Imagine showing up a board meeting where there is no agenda. What are the topics of consideration? What will the members be voting on? How many items will be discussed? Will the meeting go on late into the evening? Without an agenda, confusion would reign An agenda is an essential tool of board governance. It is a formal document that gives shape and structure to meetings.

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Small Business, Big Protection: Why Insurance Isn’t Optional

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Owning a small business isnt just a job; its a full-blown adventure. Youve got dreams, plans, and probably a to-do list longer than a supermarket receipt. Youre hustling every day to make it work, and thats awesome. But lets get real for a second: have you thought about what could happen if something went wrong? Like, really wrong? Yeah, I knowits not the most fun topic.

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Building Healthy Innovation Ecosystems for Your Projects

Speaker: Nick Noreña, Innovation Coach and Advisor, Kromatic

Every startup and innovation project exists within an ecosystem that either helps or hurts that project. As innovation managers, we need to keep a pulse of that ecosystem and make sure we're helping those innovation projects we're managing every step of the way. In this webinar, Nick Noreña will walk through an Innovation Ecosystem Model that he and his team at Kromatic have developed to help investors, heads of product, teachers, and executives understand how they can best support innovation in

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Low Budget, Big Impact: Crafting Video Ads with Humor

Duct Tape Marketing

Low Budget, Big Impact: Crafting Video Ads with Humor written by Jarret Redding read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Emily McGregor In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interviewed Emily McGregor, founder of Penguin Cat Creative , a copywriting agency specializing in high-converting marketing funnels and campaigns.

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How to get what you want from your Business

NZ Entrepreneur

By adopting simplicity as part of your leadership framework, you can improve practice performance without adding more complexity to your employees lives. Overcomplicating things is a natural tendency for many business leaders. Executives and founders are usually intelligent, ambitious people. They dont want to do less; theyre hard-wired to do more. However, many can forget theyre not working alone.

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 Insurance is always too expensive – until you need it!     

Berkonomics

I expect that you have a story about how insurance saved you lots of money in your past. And of course, thats the purpose of paying for policies when you think youll never need them. So, here comes the fact: Business insurance is one of the more poorly managed mitigations of risk in small and many medium sized corporations, often because of failure to assign the responsibility to an individual or department, and sometimes just from the willingness to bet against the event and save cash.

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3 South Asian Children’s Stories About Love And Inclusion

Brandanew

Childrens books have the power to teach young readers about love, acceptance, and embracing differences. These three South-Asian stories celebrate love in its many formsbetween family, friends, and oneself. All while promoting themes of self-acceptance, love and inclusion.This post is written by Peerbaghs editorial assistant, Diksha Sharma. 1. Laxmis Mooch Shelly Anand Self-love and […] The post 3 South Asian Childrens Stories About Love And Inclusion appeared first on Peerbagh.

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VCs Don't Owe You a Response or a Follow Up

This is going to be BIG.

Recently, Lightspeeds Mercedes Bent offered founders some reasons why a VC might ghost a founder. It was a perfectly reasonable explanation that basically boiled down to VCs are busy and theres no upside to hurting your feelings or getting into a debate. The post was met with a bunch of founders responses, mostly from men, that equated a lack of response with disrespect.

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A time to reap, a time to sow

deal architect

I have had the good fortune (or curse) to survive several recessions and market meltdowns over my career Black Monday in 1987, Dot.com bubble burst in early 2000s, the housing bubble in 2008, COVID crash in 2020 and many.

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Top Financial Resources for Small Businesses in Northwest Phoenix

The Startup Magazine

Running a small business is no small featespecially when it comes to managing finances. Whether you’re just getting started or youve been in the game for years, having the right financial resources can make all the difference. Luckily, if you’re in Northwest Phoenix, you’re surrounded by tools and experts ready to help you take your business to the next level.

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Don’t Sleep on Consumer Tech: AI is Changing Everything

VC Cafe

Mention that you do “Consumer tech” as a startup founder and you’d be limiting your funding options to one third of the venture capital funds (in Israel that figure is probably closer to 10%). Until now, consumer tech was perceived as a risky binary investment. B2C founders are surely no strangers to the adage ‘Consumer is hard’ – it’s not just the scarcity of funding that is challenging: consumer taste is fickle and competition includes most of the tech

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Planning for non-budget items: The key to nonprofit financial stability

Board Effect

Overseeing a nonprofit’s finances isn’t easy. You focus on every penny, making sure costs stay within budget. But what about those costs that don’t fit neatly into a budget line? That’s where many nonprofits trip up. Planning for non-budget items is crucial for financial stability. It’s the unplanned repairs, unexpected fees and sudden needs that can throw you off course.

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An Entrepreneur’s Checklist for Digital Businesses

Women Entrepreneurs Can

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, launching an online business has become an attractive option for aspiring entrepreneurs. However, the path to success in the digital realm requires careful planning and consideration of various factors. This blog post outlines a business checklist for entrepreneurs with plans to earn digital money , covering essential aspects that can make or break your online venture.

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Why Two Weeks Notice Is Hurting Workplace Culture

Duct Tape Marketing

Why Two Weeks Notice Is Hurting Workplace Culture written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Robert Glazer In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Robert Glazer, founder of Acceleration Partners, a global partner marketing agency, and author of the bestselling book Rethinking Two Weeks Notice.

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I never want founders to QUIT, but sometimes they should STOP

Hunter Walker

“ Has quitting culture now crossed into Founder CEOs? ” SaaStr’s Jason Lemkin thinks it might have after observing some CEOs just plain up and abandon their startups, even after raising large sums of capital. What’s my take? I’ve had some experiences, in both my time as an angel and as a VC, where I do believe the CEO ‘quit’ – which I’ll define as gave up too early primarily because of their own lack of fight or incentive.

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Can’t Get You Out Of My Head… Or Can You?

Rembrandt Communications

The secret to turning those ideas into actual content You have so many ideas to move your business forward, and youre just waiting for that little bit of extra time to write your book. But you have customers, employees, family members, and friends to attend to right now, and all of those fantastic thoughts will have to wait or do they? Your content is the key to success in your business.

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Why Emotional Intelligence Is The Key To Managing Ongoing Client Relationships

YoungUpstarts

Use Emotional Intelligence to maintain client trust and ways to deliver value to your clients by providing non-business specific support, such as offering personalised communication and adjusting strategies when faced with contempt to stop any potential problems developing further. The post Why Emotional Intelligence Is The Key To Managing Ongoing Client Relationships appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Power of Intergenerational Storytelling: Why It’s Critical

Brandanew

In old stories lies the essence of who we are, where we come from, and the values that shape our journey ahead. Intergenerational storytelling is an age-old practice with immense value. It is more than just sharing tales; it is about passing down memories, lived experiences, and family narratives that shape the identity and values of the […] The post The Power of Intergenerational Storytelling: Why It’s Critical appeared first on Peerbagh.

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Let's Talk About Anxiety, Fear of Failure, and Why I Didn't Go to The Dentist for 27 Years

This is going to be BIG.

This week, I got my wisdom teeth outall four of them. You might be wondering what took me so long. Im 45 and most people have them out between the ages of 17 and 25. One helpful bit of context is that until very recently, I hadnt been to the dentist since 1998. Heres what happened I never had a cavity growing up. I did a lot of things pretty perfectly growing upstraight As, never got into trouble, never started drinking, etc., and I got a lot of love an affection from my parents because of it.

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Austin Startups Secure $804.5 Million in Q4 2024 VC Funding, Marking 29% Year-Over-Year Decline

SiliconHills

Austin startups raised $804.5 million in venture capital in the fourth quarter of 2024, an almost 29 percent decrease from the same quarter a year ago, according to the latest Pitchbook-National Venture Capital Association Venture Monitor Report. The fourth quarter VC funding is also down almost 25 percent from the $1.1 billion Austin startups raised […] The post Austin Startups Secure $804.5 Million in Q4 2024 VC Funding, Marking 29% Year-Over-Year Decline appeared first on SiliconHills.

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New Year, Same Threats: 8 Ways to Prepare Your IT Infrastructure for the Holiday Break

The Startup Magazine

While everyone else dreams of eggnog and holiday parties, IT professionals know the festive season brings its own special brand of headaches: Cybercriminals. Unfortunately, these bad actors are always online, and they never take vacation daysif anything, they see the holidays as prime hunting season. Photo: Mimi Thian / Unsplash While everyone else dreams of eggnog and holiday parties, IT professionals know the festive season brings its own special brand of headaches: Cybercriminals.

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Israel’s Pre-seed 2024 Report and 2025 Sentiment

VC Cafe

A new report collated by F2 Capital and derived from a survey of 25 early-stage VCs in Israel (including our input at Remagine Ventures ), analysed investment trends for pre-seed in 2024 and reviewed the expectations for 2025. The report highlighted the resilience of Israeli startups despite the geopolitical challenges and shared the curret sentiment on trends in pre-seed deals.

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Boost board communication, upcoming webinar on board alignment, and more

Board Effect

How to strengthen volunteer board communication Effective communication is the cornerstone of a successful board, particularly for volunteer boards where engagement and trust are paramount. Ellen Glasgow, Managing Director for Mission-Driven Organizations at Diligent shares five strategies for building strong volunteer board communications. These strategies, including active listening and fostering a culture of trust, are essential for enhancing board member engagement and organizational perform

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Innovative Ways Small Businesses Can Enhance Customer Experience

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Small businesses rely heavily on customer loyalty to stay competitive. But maintaining that loyalty isnt just about offering a great productits about creating an experience that keeps customers coming back. With consumer expectations continuously evolving, staying ahead requires a commitment to innovation. If youre a small business owner, you know how challenging it can be to meet these rising expectations.

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How to Attract Your Ideal Customers with the Right Brand Archetype

Duct Tape Marketing

How to Attract Your Ideal Customers with the Right Brand Archetype written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Jane McCarthy In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , Sara Nay steps in as host to interview Jane McCarthy, a seasoned brand strategist and author of The Goddess Guide to Branding.

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What if your business runs out of money?   

Berkonomics

Money in the bank is like oil in the car. Certainly, you have many ways you are pulled every day, both tactical and strategic. But when money is the issue, your time, energy and focus are drained from other important areas of your life or business. Running out of money is not always synonymous with going broke. Many great businesses in their growth periods find themselves stretched for cash.

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Do You Use Your PR Power?

Rembrandt Communications

Its time to enjoy a competitive edge you cant get any other way! Are you using the power of PR, or public relations, to boost sales, awareness and credibility right now? I ask, because when you appear in the media, influential people and publications talk about you and your products and services. Its not advertising. Its third-party credibility you cant get any other way.

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Monday Motivation: Jack Ma’s Advice to Future Business Leaders

Hearpreneur

This motivational video is to help CEOs, entrepreneurs and business owners start the week off inspired to become great.

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March Theme: Intergenerational Storytelling And Zubaani Returns

Brandanew

March is international women’s day and we are working hard on producing the next issue of Bento that talks about connections. Intergenerational stories pass through artists and often through women at homes. Stories are important for identity and development just like clean air and water. But often we underestimate stories and they are not easily […] The post March Theme: Intergenerational Storytelling And Zubaani Returns appeared first on Peerbagh.

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How to Launch Your Startup Without a Launch

This is going to be BIG.

Gone are the days of the startup launch party. Remember those nights of trying to explain to a Techcrunch reporter why your app was going to change the world over thumping music and bad venue WiFi? RIP. Most startups know not to blow a bunch of money on a big party before they have their first users, but legitimate questions remain about what you do in its placeand how you open yourself up to the world that gets attention.

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The Small Business Guide To Ownership Culture: Building A Team That Thinks Beyond The Paycheck

YoungUpstarts

When employees think and act like stakeholders rather than just employees, small businesses achieve remarkable results despite limited resources. The post The Small Business Guide To Ownership Culture: Building A Team That Thinks Beyond The Paycheck appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Revolutionizing Employee Feedback: Modern Approaches to Performance Reviews

The Startup Magazine

Key Takeaways Understand the shift from traditional to contemporary performance reviews. Discover the benefits of continuous feedback over annual evaluations. Explore methods to implement effective feedback practices in your organization. Table of Contents The Changing Landscape of Performance Reviews Benefits of Continuous Feedback Tools for Modern Performance Reviews Best Practices for Implementation Real-World Examples Challenges and Solutions The Future of Performance Reviews Recap and Key T

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Weekly Firgun Newsletter – February 7 2025

VC Cafe

The original version of this newsletter was published on LinkedIn. Sign up to get the next version in your inbox. The word “Firgun” (Hebrew: ??????/ pronounced ‘feer-goon’) is an informal modern Hebrew term and concept in Israeli culture (originally Yiddish), which describes genuine, unselfish delight or pride in the accomplishment of the other person.

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Experts share their thoughts on board development for nonprofits

Board Effect

Every team needs to be at its best both collectively and at the individual level to perform. We see this in every sport we watch or engage in, because no matter how talented a player is, they benefit from coaching, training and practice. It is no less true for the team managing a nonprofit, school board, community college or city government. Team members need initial and ongoing training and other forms of development to succeed on and off the field.

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5 Effective Marketing Tips for New Businesses

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Launching a new business and brand is no easy feat. It takes dedication, time, and financial investment and, depending on the business, that initial investment can be significant. After paying R&D costs, product development, packaging, staff costs, and more, start-ups often look for ways to market and scale on a relatively tight budget. If this scenario sounds familiar to you, do not panic.