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Economic downturns can separate well-run startups from "hacks"
It seems like the jolly old summer party for Indian startups is about to end. And, the WINTER is COMING! Let's analyze the trend of layoffs and VCs advise to "prepare for the worst!".
Pre Money Valuation - Definition, Pre vs Post Money Valuations and Example
The term pre-money valuation is often used by startups and venture capital firms. But what is pre-money valuation? Read more to find out about its definition, and the difference between pre and post money valuations.
SAFE Note - Definition, Pros and Cons, SAFE vs Convertible Note
A SAFE note is an agreement used by startups to raise seed capital. Learn more about SAFE Note, its pros and cons, and the difference between the SAFE Note and the Convertible Note.
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How did No-code platform Webflow go from bankruptcy to a $4B valuation on their 4th try?
In deep debt of $60,000 dollars, with 2 kids and a near brush with bankruptcy, Webflow founder, Vlad Magdalin, persisted for over 10 years to bring his dream project to life!
Vested Stock - Definition and Types of Vesting Schedule
Vested Stock is an incentive given to an employee that entitles them to purchase a certain number of shares of the company's stock at a predetermined price. Read more about vested stock options and types of vesting schedules.
What is Operating Income? Operating Income Formula and EBITDA vs Operating Income
Operating income is an important metric when determining the financial performance of a business. This article explains operating income, its formulas, and the difference between operating income and EBITDA.
NoBroker battles COVID-19 to become India’s first property-tech Unicorn
NoBroker raised $210 million, last week, raising its valuation from $350 million (in April 2020) to $1 billion, becoming India’s first prop-tech unicorn.
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India's biggest IPO Uncovered - PayTM
The PayTM IPO is creating a lot of noise. Let's understand the IPO and make sense of the facts being thrown around.
Advisory Shares - Definition and how do they work?
Early-stage startups often require expert assistance. As a reward for their contributions, startups issue advisory shares. Read more about advisory shares here.
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Post Money Valuation - Definition, Calculation and Financing Rounds
The term post-money valuation is often used in startup and funding circles. This article will help you to understand the concept of post money valuation, how to calculate it and the different types of financing rounds.
Valuation- Definition, Methods, Reasons and Limitations
Learn what Valuation is, How is it calculated, limitations and reasons for performing a business valuation
Share Certificate - Definition, Template and its Components
A Share Certificate is a document that proves the ownership of a certain number of shares of a company. Read more about Share Certificates, what they contain and download the Share Certificate Template.
Valuation Multiples - 2021 Ultimate Guide
Valuation multiples are ratios that are used by investors to value a company and its performance. In this guide, you will learn about valuation multiples, different types of valuation multiples, and an example.
PBC Company - Definition of Public Benefit Corporation & Compare PBC vs B Corp vs Nonprofits
Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) is a new form of corporation that seeks to balance the creation of wealth for shareholders along with the goal of creating social good. Learn more about PBC companies here.
Acquihire - What is acquihiring? | Acquire vs Acqui-hire
Businesses are seeking ways to grow and innovate quickly with the newest technologies, and many of these companies are turning to acqui-hires for their needs. Read more about acquihire in this article.
Duty of Loyalty Definition | What is a breach of the duty of loyalty?
Duty of loyalty is about making sure that the company's best interests are given priority over personal interests. Learn more about Fiduciary Law and examples of when the duty of loyalty has been breached
Angel Investor - Definition, Where to find them, Angel Investors vs Venture Capitalists
Learn Who Angel Investor is, Where can you find them, why should you raise funds from them, difference between angel investor and Venture Capitalists, Angel Investors Eligibility
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Why is India obsessed with 10-minute delivery startups?
It's raining money for 10-min delivery startups. Zomato is spending almost a billion dollars to bail out BlinkIt. But why? Well, here's a breakdown of all the craze for 10-min delivery!
Elon Musk buys 9.2% of Twitter stake for free speech!?
Elon Musk just bought 9.2% Twitter stake for ~$3B. This makes Musk's ownership of Twitter 4x that of Jack Dorsey's. But, is this all just for an EDIT button or is Musk planning something BIG?
Burn Rate - Definition, Calculation, Example & Reduction
Learn what Burn Rate is, How it is calculated, Examples and how you can reduce burn rate.
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10-minute Unicorns - the new startup rage!
10-minute delivery startups are all the rage at the moment. But did you know this quick delivery market in India is set to grow to $5bn by 2025. Don't believe me? Well, here's a detailed article explaining everything about this space.
Shareholders Agreement - Definition, Components and Template
A shareholders agreement is a legal document that provides the precise rules on how the company will operate. Find out what shareholders agreements are, what they contain and how to create one.
Fully Diluted Shares - Definition, EPS and Basic vs Fully-Diluted Shares
Fully-diluted shares refer to the total number of shares that would be outstanding if all possible sources of conversion, such as convertible securities, were exercised. Read more about fully-diluted shares here.
Debt Financing - Definition, Pros & Cons, alternatives
Learn what Debt Financing is, how it differs from equity financing, pros and cons and alternatives.
Liquidity Event- Types, Reasons and Examples
Find out all you need to know about Liquidity Event in this blog. Learn what it is, types, reasons and examples.
What are Non-Qualified Stock Options (NSOs)? - Complete Guide
A non-qualified stock option is an option to buy company stock that is given to an employee as part of the company's compensation package. Learn more about NSOs and the differences between NSOs and ISOs
What is a Corporate Minute Book? What does a Minute Book contain?
The minute book contains all the important records of a corporation. Learn more about Corporate Minute Books, and what constitutes a corporate minute book in this article.
Mensa Brands - Not just a "unicorn", the quickest one
Mensa Brands has become a unicorn in record time - just 6 months! MIND = BLOWN? Here's all that I understood about Mensa Brands, the industry it is in and what its future might look like.
Authorized Shares - Definition, Authorized Shares vs. Outstanding Shares
Authorized shares are the maximum number of shares that a company can issue. Read more about authorized shares and the difference between authorized and outstanding shares.
Capitalization Table - Definition,Types, Creating and Maintaining Cap Table
Learn what Capitalization table is, how to make a cap table, maintaining a cap table and how do they evolve over time
Incumbency Certificate - Definition and Example
An incumbency certificate is an official company document. Find out more about an incumbency certificate, who issues it, and what an example looks like.
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Board Meeting Minutes - What are Board Minutes? [Board Meeting Minutes Template]
Board meeting minutes is a record of all discussions and decisions made during a company's board meeting. Learn more about board meeting minutes and download the free board meeting minute templates.
What is an Option Pool? How are employee option pools structured?
An option pool is a reserve of unissued stock options that a company allocates to new hires and existing employees. Read on to find out more about option pool.
Founders Shares - Definition, Vesting Schedule and Allocation
Founders shares are the shares that are owned by the founders of a company. Read more about founder shares, their vesting period and how they're allocated.
What is a non-accredited investor? Difference between accredited investor vs non-accredited investor
Globally, non-accredited investors constitute the majority of investors. Learn about non-accredited investors and the different types of investors in the US.
Certificate of Incorporation - Definition and what does it contain?
A Certificate of Incorporation is a legal document that gives a business legal rights to exist as a corporation. Learn more about the definition and its components in the following article.