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Russ Heddleston Russ Heddleston
Updated on April 22, 2024

3 VC Pitch Trends You Should Know When Forming Fundraising Plans

Even in a frenzied marketplace, startup founders still face an uphill battle to differentiate themselves.

Russ Wilcox Russ Wilcox
Updated on April 22, 2024

How to Pitch a VC Successfully (Even Over Zoom)

Compose the perfect story for a financial audience, know your hook, and practice.

Jonathan Beck Jonathan Beck
Updated on April 22, 2024

Why NFTs Are a Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing

To protect their money and invest it safely, people need to know about the vulnerabilities of NFTs — and how to dodge a future bullet.

Robert Cote Robert Cote
Updated on April 22, 2024

How to Navigate Global Expansion and Protect Your IP as a Young Startup

If your company has a promising IP proposition, you need to find a way to scale globally, fast. Our expert lays out what you need to know.

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Joe Procopio Joe Procopio
Updated on April 22, 2024

If You’re Raising Startup Money, Unlearn These Investor Myths

No, they don’t “throw around” money on big risks. For the most part, they’re spreadsheet-scouring risk mitigation machines.

Mike Whitmire Mike Whitmire
Updated on April 22, 2024

Your Accountants Are Secretly Cool. Help Them Show It.

Research shows that people think accounting is boring, and recruitment rates are dropping. Fortunately, companies can make some simple changes to transform the job and make it more attractive.

Samuel Garcia Samuel Garcia
Updated on April 22, 2024

Lawyer Up: In Priced Rounds, Don’t Skimp on Your Legal Plan

Trying to cut costs by engaging a generalist attorney may lead to bigger problems that take more time to solve — and will have you paying extra in the long run.

Joe Procopio Joe Procopio
Updated on April 22, 2024

How Startups Create an Investor Pitch Deck That Makes Sense

You’re not pitching your startup; you’re pitching an investment.

Russ Wilcox Russ Wilcox
Updated on April 22, 2024

How to Negotiate a VC Term Sheet in the COVID-19 Era

Winners in the new world — as well as smaller startups or those leveraging existing relationships — will still close deals during this period. But be wary of investors who use this environment to propose term sheets full of red flags.

Paul Bianco Paul Bianco
Updated on April 22, 2024

Why You Should Consider Hiring a Fractional CFO

Fractional work can save you money and time, which can be reallocated toward strategy and growth.