StartUp Advisor:
StartUp Advisor:
StartUp Founders: Don’t Hesitate, Start Charging Now
A mistake many early-stage entrepreneurs make is not introducing pricing quickly enough in the market. Often, founders begin by offering their product or service for free to gather market research, learn from customers, and create excitement. However, they tend to hesitate when it comes to having the difficult conversations about pricing and charging customers for […]
The Underrated Value of Business Plans for Startup Founders
I’d like to share an unpopular opinion: the business plan is not dead. Contrary to what many believe, business plans still hold immense value, especially during the early stages of a startup. The difference lies in who the intended audience is. Instead of writing a business plan to share with others, it should be created […]
What If An Angel Investor Asked You These 3 Questions?
As a startup founder, it’s crucial to cultivate a habit of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity. Imagine an angel investor asking you these three questions: If you’re not thrilled with your answers, that’s alright. However, it’s a signal that you may need to re-engage with reading and focus on continuous education. High-performing founders share a […]
StartUp Founders: It’s Okay To Take Your Time
First-time founders can feel overwhelmed and discouraged that they don’t have all the answers from the outset. It’s important to understand that not every founder comes out of the gate with all the direction, clarity, and resources they need to succeed. Many founders, even successful serial entrepreneurs, take time to find their groove and hone […]
StartUp Founders: Start Building A Feedback Community Through Reddit
As a first-time founder, it can be challenging to find a network to bounce ideas off of and get constructive feedback. However, there is one platform that can be a goldmine for early-stage startups: Reddit. Reddit is a massive online community that caters to almost every industry and interest group. With its engaged user base, […]
StartUp Founders: Your MVP Still Needs A Solid Foundation
Non-technical founders who outsource their Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to agencies often overlook two important aspects. Firstly, an MVP generates production, user, and customer data, which means founders have an obligation to ensure its security and compliance with regulations like GDPR. Secondly, the foundation of an MVP should be solid enough to last at least […]
StartUp Founders: Cold-Email Investors The Proper Way
Many founders struggle with raising funds, particularly when they lack a network or savings to bootstrap their business. In this scenario, founders often have to rely on cold emails to reach out to potential angel investors. While it may be challenging to secure funding through cold emails, it’s not impossible. To start, use a CRM […]
StartUp Founders: Cold-Emailing Investors Work (If You Put In The Work)
Many startup founders struggle with raising funds, especially if they do not have a network or savings to bootstrap their business. In this scenario, founders often have to rely on cold emails to reach out to potential angel investors. The question on many founder’s minds is whether cold emails work when reaching out to investors. […]
StartUp Founders: Solve 1 Problem For 1 Person Amazingly
There is an adage in the startup world that goes something like this: solve one problem for one person really well, and there’s probably a million other people that are experiencing that same problem. This statement rings true for so many successful startups that we know today. For instance, take Uber, which started as a […]
