Convertible Notes (aka Convertible Debt): The Complete Guideby Emma McGowanLearn everything about convertible notes and debt including key parameters such as discount rates, valuation caps, as well as advantages, disadvantages, how they compare to SAFE and equity options, and more.Continue
Why Leaders Should Never Stop Learningby David DisiereAsk what you can do today to improve your personal processes and performance moving forward.Continue
The Definition of a Successful Startup Is Surprisingly Complexby Emma McGowanIf you think the definition of startup "success" is all about unicorns and revenue, these startup founders’ perspectives will make you think twice.Continue
How Early Stage Startups Assign Employee Startup Stock Optionsby Emma McGowanSo you’ve heard about “employee stock options,” but you have no idea where to start. Check out this startup stock options 101 primer to get you going.Continue
3 Ways to Create Better Customer Journey Mapsby Keith ShieldsAs a startup, gaining the knowledge you need to craft superior customer experiences requires reexamining your customer journey.Continue
Is the Unicorn Startup a Myth?by Emma McGowanThey’re beautiful. They’re sexy. But are unicorn startups real? The answer is more complicated than you might think.Continue
A Roadmap for Recognizing Great Ideasby The Startups TeamBefore you can build the next great idea, you have to recognize that idea in the first place. Here's how. Continue
The Reality of Working for a Startup - It Isn’t All Ping Pong Tables and Free Snacksby Emma McGowanThink working for a startup is going to be all ping-pong tables and beer at lunch? Think again. Startup employees and founders share what working at a startup is really like. Continue
Private Equity vs Venture Capitalby Samuel WoodPrivate Equity vs Venture Capital— are your building your startup for YOU?Continue