Cash Management & Supply Chain Challenges of Startups
For startups with inventory, effectively managing working capital is essential for both survival early on and the ability to scale.
How to Prepare Your Startup for the Future of Work
Startups need to foster a flexible workforce or risk facing hiring roadblocks and difficulties meeting project deadlines.
Surviving Due Diligence, Part 4: Quality of Earnings
Preparing a Quality of Earnings (QoE) report is a valuable step a startup can take before entering substantial due diligence with a buyer.
Advice for Founders from a Fractional CFO for Startups
Some of my best tactical and strategic advice gleaned from two decades of working with startups in different stages and sectors.
Taking a Look at Alternative Financing Options for Consumer Startups
Venture funding isn’t the only way to grow a consumer brand. Using alternative funding early can allow you to prove your concept and attract VC investment for later stages.
Our New TechCrunch Article on R&D Tax Credit Resources for Startups
R&D Tax Credit resources for startups including a tax credit calculator and a link to Burkland’s new article on TechCrunch.
What to Look for When Hiring a Fractional CFO for Your Startup
Hiring a fractional CFO for your startup? Here are five areas to examine closely, with key considerations and questions to ask.
What’s a Good LTV:CAC Ratio for a SaaS Startup?
Maintaining a healthy LTV:CAC ratio around 3:1 helps your SaaS startup achieve the right balance of growth and profitability.
Fintech Landscape in 2022: Insights from a Fintech Co-Founder
Few industries received more VC investment than fintech in 2021, and many industry observers predict 2022 will be another banner year.
How to Lower Your Investment Risk in a Startup
To lower your financial risk of investing in a startup, scrutinize these six areas closely during due diligence.