Startup Articles & Insights for AU Founders
Expert advice for ambitious Aussie founders
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- Early Stage, Scaling Up
Most startups and scaleups are already aware of accessing the R&D tax incentive.
- Early Stage, Scaling Up
We’ve previously shared a bunch of metrics that you, and your current and prospective investors will care about at the different stages.
- Early Stage, Scaling Up
Welcome back to our metrics series for cap raising. In the startup world your ability to tell a compelling story with metrics can make the difference between a successful raise, and a missed opportunity.
- Early Stage, Scaling Up
Series B – you’ve come a long way! At this stage the story shifts from ‘we’re growing’ to ‘we’re growing efficiently and predictably’.
- Scaling Up, Expanding/Exiting
You’ve made the leap, now what? The real work of building your business in the UK begins the moment you land.
- Early Stage, Scaling Up
It’s an annual funding source, but how well do you actually understand R&D Tax? If the answer is “ehhh… kinda?” then you’re not alone.
- Expanding/Exiting
And why it’s not just a Big Four buzzword.
- Starting Out, Early Stage, Scaling Up
The method behind the numbers SaaS companies must get right
- Starting Out, Early Stage, Scaling Up
Understanding why your subscription invoice doesn’t equal instant income.
- Starting Out, Scaling Up, Expanding/Exiting
Thinking of setting up a discretionary trust in Australia? Smart move. It’s a flexible structure that can offer tax planning benefits (think: handy options when your startup exits), asset protection if you’re especially concerned about being sued, and even a neat trick for estate planning.
- Starting Out, Scaling Up, Expanding/Exiting
If you’re a founder, your to-do list is probably longer than a Monday morning. Product decisions, team hires, raising capital… the works.
- Starting Out, Scaling Up, Expanding/Exiting
Welcome back to article 3 in our cap raising metric series – you’re now at the Series A round!
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