Acquisition Develop Metrics Technical Review 
Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
The market was down considerably with public valuations down 53–79% across the four sectors we were reviewing (it is since down even further). ==> Aside, we also have a NEW LA-based partner I’m thrilled to announce: Nick Kim. First in late-stage tech companies and then it will filter back to Growth and then A and ultimately Seed Rounds.
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 4, 2011
Having a set of metrics that you watch & that you feel are the key drivers of your success helps keep clarity. And the more public you can make your goals for these key metrics the better. Only one guy in the room knew – their tech lead. And given your stage of development you sure better at least know what your goal is.
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Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 26, 2016
There has been a lot of public debate over the past several weeks about whether it’s a good thing to be “gross margin positive” or not and commentary always reminds me that some people at startups don’t quite understand financial metrics or even how to think about which ones are healthy. Customer acquisition cost.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 14, 2022
The key elements of leadership in a company, both individual and organizational, are less tangible, but very critical in setting a market value for investment, acquisition, or going public. Leadership brand development. In the investment community, these leadership elements are often called “goodwill.”
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 28, 2021
If you are the hot-shot technical innovator that invented your solution, make sure you have an equally adept business and marketing expert to complement your skills. “If Bill Gates was the technical genius, but Steve Ballmer, from Procter & Gamble, ran the business side of the equation. Needed help can be your biggest burden.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 7, 2020
That keeps people from pushing themselves to develop the kind of new solutions that will permanently change the business for the better, versus short-term band-aids. In my experience, even in startups, longer-term strategy often gets pushed off the agenda due to current challenges. Connect operations today with long-term goals.
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 13, 2019
Unit costs are important, but don’t forget about the cash flow hit, extra storage costs, and the probability of obsolete inventory due to necessary updates or pivots. It’s no secret that some people are more productive than others, due to skills, training, or commitment. Inadequate focus on hiring and people development.
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