Currently in the US, the pandemic created a boom of new entrepreneurs. Of these new businesses being created, many have women at the helm. The entrepreneurial landscape for women looks different than it used to. Currently, somewhere around 39% of all business in the US are run by women and we’re holding our own with regard to the […]
Three Common Mistakes First Time Entrepreneurs Make
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I’ve had the opportunity to work with many companies and entrepreneurs. I’ve observed them making some of the same mistakes. The most common three are industry agnostic, of which I mean that I’ve seen them happen in everything from restaurants to retail to tech. I’ve even made these mistakes myself. If anyone tells you they […]
Why External Funding Can Be A Distraction
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US Venture Capital Investment Surpasses $130 Billion in 2019 for Second Consecutive Year You can’t be an entrepreneur without encountering numerous ways and opportunities for external funding. This is especially true for Tech startups where there is an entire ecosystem around VC funding. While all forms of funding have their place, there is an unintended […]
When To Seek Angel vs. Venture Capital vs. Private Equity
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During the most recent economic boom the level of capital invested by firms hit record highs. With this boom the traditional lines between Angel, Venture Capital and Private Equity began to blur. Competition for investments, and not just for the unicorns, drove a new reality where there was actually competition for the best investments.While current […]
What Is IRR and Why You Should Use It As A CEO
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Equity or investment firms primary metric is IRR or internal rate of return. It allows a business to calculate the profitability of an investment. And in the context of an investment firm, its easy to understand why its one of the most common metrics. It’s a valuable tool for any CEO, even startups. As we’ve […]