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Why two startups with the same metrics can get very different valuations

Oct 6, 2026

Why two startups with the same metrics can get very different valuations

The numbers on the slide are only part of what's actually being priced

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How to plan runway around a hiring plan instead of a burn guess

Oct 1, 2026

How to plan runway around a hiring plan instead of a burn guess

Modeling runway off headcount timing gives a far more accurate number than a flat monthly estimate

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How to tell if you're raising too early, even with a great story

Sep 29, 2026

How to tell if you're raising too early, even with a great story

A compelling narrative can get you meetings even when the underlying evidence isn't there yet

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When a bridge round is the right call (and when it's a warning sign)

Sep 24, 2026

When a bridge round is the right call (and when it's a warning sign)

The same instrument can be a smart tactical move or a symptom of a deeper problem

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What diligence actually looks like once a term sheet is signed

Sep 22, 2026

What diligence actually looks like once a term sheet is signed

The document requests are only half of it, and the informal reference calls often matter more

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The partner-meeting test that a first call doesn't run

Sep 17, 2026

The partner-meeting test that a first call doesn't run

Getting past the first conversation and getting funded are being evaluated on different criteria

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