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Straightforward financial tips and founder stories of heart and hard work.
- Starting Out, Early Stage
Understand the various stages of startup funding, from pre-seed to Series C and beyond. Plan your fundraising strategy effectively and approach the right investors at the right time.
- Starting Out
Kick off your fundraising journey with our guide on startup fundraising basics. Learn why fundraising matters and discover different funding sources to help your startup grow.
- Starting Out, Early Stage
See how financial models help you make strategic decisions, manage risks, and communicate your startup’s financial health with confidence.
- Starting Out, Early Stage
Learn the essential components of effective financial models to accurately forecast, budget, and allocate resources for your startup’s growth.
- Starting Out, Early Stage
Discover how financial modelling creates a detailed roadmap for your startup, forecasting revenues, expenses, and driving informed decisions.
- Starting Out, Early Stage
Unlocking business growth hinges on finding the right investors. This practical guide from Focused for Business covers investor types, their pros and cons, and tips to connect with them!
- Starting Out, Early Stage
Confused about pre-money and post-money valuations? We explain the difference and why it matters for your funding rounds.
- Starting Out, Early Stage
Understanding the key factors that impact your startup’s valuation is crucial for positioning your business effectively in the eyes of investors – take a read!
- Starting Out, Early Stage, Scaling Up
Raising capital? Prepping for an exit? Setting up an EMI scheme? We explore the different types of startup valuations and why they’re used.
- Starting Out, Early Stage, Scaling Up
Choosing between bootstrapping and venture capital? Learn how to tailor your financial model for each path, ensuring sustainable growth and success for your startup.
- Early Stage, Scaling Up
Explore the features and benefits of CSOPs and SIPs, comparing their suitability for startups to incentivise and retain employees through share ownership.
- Early Stage, Scaling Up
Discover the flexibility and benefits of non-approved share schemes, which allow startups to design tailored incentives that align with specific business goals and employee needs.
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