Founder Advice

Startups report increased growth but shorter runways in current conditions

In our Q&A with Michael Brown of Bowery Capital, he shares three key factors he looks for in pitch decks, the current valuation environment, and more.

June 4, 2020

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Founder Advice

DocSend Startup Index: Optimism is high, but runways are short

We surveyed 250 startup founders to learn how their businesses have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 3, 2020

Founder Advice

What do investors really look for in a founding team?

In our Q&A with David Hehman of Underdog Labs, he shares the traits he looks for in founding teams.

May 29, 2020

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In your startup pitch deck, you need to get the team slide right

When putting together your startup pitch deck, don't overlook the Team slide — it's your first impression with investors. Here's how to do it right.

May 28, 2020

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How you need to approach your go-to-market strategy right now

Andy Lihani, product marketing manager at Salesforce, talks about how companies need to think about their go-to-market strategies right now.

May 23, 2020

Founder Advice

Is flat the new up? Now is the time to rethink your business model

We caught up with Farhaj Mayan of Kanna to talk about achieving hockey stick growth during a pandemic, and where you should be deploying your marketing dollars right now.

May 21, 2020

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Founder Advice

How Ellivent raised their pre-seed round

Learn from Ellivent's Gregory Crisci how the company raised their pre-seed round, what they would have done differently, and what helped them succeed.

May 20, 2020

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Founder Advice

Now is the time to rethink and update your business model in your pitch deck

If you're fundraising right now, it's essential that you take another look at your business model and convey it clearly in your pitch deck.

May 15, 2020

Founder Advice

Founders have to thrive, not just survive in the current economy

This week's newsletter has a Q&A from Aileen Lee of Cowboy Ventures, updated Pitch Deck Interest Metrics, and more.

May 14, 2020

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