Is College a Waste of Time for Founders?by Wil SchroterCollege may no longer be the smartest route for aspiring Founders.Continue
When Our Friends Resent Our Successby Wil SchroterSuccess can trigger insecurities in others, but managing how we share it (without minimizing or bragging) lets us be proud without being alienating.Continue
Does Startup Success Validate Us Personally?by Wil SchroterNo matter how much success we create with our startups, it almost never "cures" our need for validation. If anything, it often makes it worse.Continue
When Our Ambition is Our Enemyby Wil SchroterAmbition, while necessary for building innovative companies, can become more detrimental than beneficial — but where's the tipping point?Continue
How About a Startup that Just Makes Money?by Wil SchroterEver thought about ditching the whole fundraising craze and simply building a startup that puts money in your pocket? It's not just about surviving in the business jungle, it's about thriving on YOUR terms.Continue
Stop Listening to Investorsby Wil SchroterWhile investors can provide valuable insights and expertise, Founders should exercise caution when relying too heavily on their advice. Here's why.Continue
A Guide to Different Stages of Funding for Startupsby Ryan RutanWith this comprehensive guide to different stages of funding for startups, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the startup funding stage and landscape, enabling you to make informed decisions and ultimately fuel your venture's growth.Continue
Why Do VC Funded Startups Love "Fake Growth?"by Wil SchroterSome Startup companies may look like they are soaring and scaling really fast but in reality, these Startups are spending more than they are getting back from revenue. So how can we identify whether we are going the real growth route or the fake growth route?Continue
Top 4 Business Plan Examplesby The Startups TeamWriting your first business plan? Be sure to review these four business plan examples from the Startups community that really stand out from the crowd.Continue
Idea Validation Process: The Elevator Pitchby The Startups TeamIn this section of our Idea Validation Series, we explain how to refine the learnings from the previous sections into a polished Elevator Pitch and continue our startup idea validation.Continue