Surviving Due Diligence, Part 2: Employee vs. Contractor
Misclassification of employees and independent contractors is one of the most common pitfalls startups face during a due diligence process.
Anupam Rastogi Shares Insights on Today’s Startup Landscape from an Early-Stage VC
We discuss shifts in software consumption, industry segments that are ripe for automation, remote work trends, and more.
3 Important Efficiency Metrics for SaaS Startups
Important efficiency metrics for SaaS startups include Sales Efficiency (aka the Magic Number), Human Capital Efficiency, and Capital Efficiency.
What Is Crowdfunding?
Crowdfunding allows large numbers of people to contribute relatively small amounts of money to a given project, cause, or business venture.
Would My Startup Survive Due Diligence? Part 1: Sales Tax
Ask an investment banker or M&A attorney to name common deal landmines right now, and Sales Tax will undoubtedly be high on the list.
Cities Where Small Businesses Have Been Impacted Most by COVID-19
COVID-19 left little unscathed in its ruthless path, but took an especially harsh toll on urban America.
Evaluating Fit Between Entrepreneur and Investor
Sid Trivedi, Partner at Foundation Capital, joins Jeff Burkland to talk about the unique partnership between entrepreneurs and investors.
Legal, Tax & Culture Implications of Remote Work at Startups
Some startups have been blindsided by the ramifications of letting teams work from anywhere and everywhere. Here’s what you need to know.
Is an Online Marketplace the Best Model for My Startup?
The online marketplace model is surprisingly lean and scalable, making it a popular choice for investors and new consumer startups.
SaaS Customer Success: Gross Margin vs. Churn Trade-Offs
Customer Success costs are a drag on a startup’s Gross Margins, but much less of a drag than losing customers.