Where to Find Startup Mentors to Take Your Business to the Next Level in 2023by Ryan RutanStartup mentors are an important asset to Founders of any season — that is if they're "good" mentors. This article provides strategies on how to find perfect mentors who could take your startup journey up another notch!Continue
When is Founder Ego Too Much?by Wil SchroterWe all know that confidence is key when you're starting a business, but sometimes it can be hard to tell when that confidence has turned into full-on arrogance. So how do we avoid this trap?Continue
Startup Board Negotiations: How do I tell the board I need a new deal?by Wil SchroterIf you’re a Founder and your company is earning a lot of money but you can’t even touch the profit – then maybe it’s time to have that conversation with the board. But how can you do this without being turned down?Continue
Private Investors for Startups: Everything You Need to Knowby Emma McGowanA comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about private investors for startups and small businesses.Continue
How Fortune 500 Leaders Schedule Their Days | Startups.comby Sujan PatelHow the most successful founders and leaders manage to be so productive.Continue
Is Quiet Quitting a Problem at Startup Companies?by Wil SchroterThis may sound like a new term to a lot of Founders BUT this has been around for many ages now and we should be alarmed about it. So how can you see if your team is actually checked in or out of work?Continue
Startup Growth Challenges: The Downfall of Becoming Internally Focusedby Wil SchroterThere’s a huge possibility that your focus might change from managing customers and shipping products to hiring staff and doing reports — which could lead to a stall in your skills and growth as a Founder. So as you motivate your people, keep motivating yourself as well!Continue
Making Prototypes in Chinaby The Startups TeamMaking prototypes in China is a cost-effective way to test your product idea before selling it to consumers. In this article, we will explore the steps needed to create a prototype in China with advice from members of the Startups.com community.Continue
Where There's Smoke, There's Fireby Wil SchroterSometimes companies have employees who suddenly start performing poorly. What could be the reason? Whenever there are small problems, there must be a root cause of why it’s happening, so it’s up to the Founders to identify what’s causing it.Continue
How Much Equity do You Give Away in a Seed Round?by Sarah HumphreysThere are many different areas of startup funding to understand before diving into a funding round. In this article, we hope to demystify how much equity should be given away in a seed round and instill confidence in startups embarking on their early funding rounds.Continue