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Author: Bill Clark

What is Web3

What is Web3

Web 3.0, or Web3, may be a new topic for many, but as more people advocate for the technology and even invest in Web3 startups, it can be important to understand how it works and how it can be used. … Continue reading

Valuations Explained

Valuations Explained

Valuations refer to the process of calculating the financial market value of a company and are typically calculated when a company chooses to raise a round of private equity funding. For public companies, the process is streamlined – multiplying the … Continue reading

Podcasts and Books for Investors

Podcasts and Books for Investors

Podcasts and books help allow knowledge to become widespread as industry experts share their experience, the lessons they have learned, and strategies that worked for them while founding businesses or investing in startups. They can serve to support investors from … Continue reading

Storytelling Your Pitch

Storytelling Your Pitch

Many entrepreneurs will pitch their business at some point, whether a short elevator pitch or a longer pitch presentation. Pitches can be a useful way to concisely communicate your business’ plan of action. Effective pitches captivate the audience and clearly … Continue reading

IPOs in Recessions

IPOs in Recessions

2021 was a record year for initial public offerings (IPOs), with 516 companies going public through traditional IPOs, direct listings, and completed SPAC mergers[1]. 2022 has seen a completely different story, with only 143companies going public so far this year[2]. … Continue reading

The Scarcity Principle

The Scarcity Principle

In an ideal economic world, supply and demand are balanced. Low demand and high supply cause prices to decrease to reach market equilibrium, where supply is equal to demand. This means all the products and services are distributed to consumers … Continue reading

Equity Crowdfunding Myths Debunked

Equity Crowdfunding Myths Debunked

Equity crowdfunding, also known as regulation crowdfunding, helped pave the way for private companies to raise capital from their “crowd”, or the community around them. While many private market investments have limits on who can invest, typically limited to wealthy … Continue reading

Pivoting in the Face of Challenge

Pivoting in the Face of Challenge

Founders should be able to effectively pivot their operations when challenges arise. Many businesses have changed their concepts, adjusted expectations, and adapted to the changing circumstances they came across. In this blog, we will break down strategies and techniques that … Continue reading