The term “unicorn” refers to companies with billion-dollar valuations that are often young, disruptive, and potentially world-changing. Just a few years ago, unicorns were plentiful and represented an ideal scenario for a young tech startup. More recently, however, the unicorn isn’t so common anymore as the market has been cooling off on big valuations; venture… Continue reading As unicorns grow rarer, maybe it’s time to look towards revenue, not valuations
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Perhaps Substack can grow just fine without venture dollars
The writing and newsletter platform, Substack, has grown in popularity since being founded in 2017. But while it has been gaining attention, it has avoided traditional venture capital investment. This is significant, as venture investments are the go-to resource for many tech startups looking to scale up. Can Substack, however, sustain its growth and success… Continue reading Perhaps Substack can grow just fine without venture dollars
You’re not going to grow into your 2021 valuation
When setting objectives for your business growth, it’s important to plan realistically. Just because you think you’re worth a certain number next year, that doesn’t mean you’ll magically reach that goal if you don’t plan appropriately. Achieving your 2021 valuation requires hard work and dedication to strategic planning, marketing, and customer service. First and foremost,… Continue reading You’re not going to grow into your 2021 valuation