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Founders, here’s a gem you can’t miss: the Pocket Guide of Essential Y Combinator Advice by Gonzalo Gosálbez Alonso-Majagranzas. ?? This concise guide is packed with startup wisdom: - Build what people want and don’t scale prematurely. - Find 10-100 customers who love your product. - Do things that don’t scale early on. - Avoid distractions like big corporate queries or unnecessary conferences. Perfect for staying grounded while scaling your startup. Read it, live it, and grow! #StartupAdvice #YCPlaybook #FoundersLife

Raising funds as a pre-revenue life science startup is tough. Celine Halioua, CEO of Loyal, shares how she raised $125M by focusing on storytelling, milestones, and the right investors. Her journey is full of lessons for founders navigating the challenges of building in this space. ?? Read the full article below to learn more! ??

Calling all startup founders! Struggling to crack the code on B2B sales? The Founder’s Guide to B2B Sales by Dave Kellogg and the Balderton Capital team is your ultimate playbook. Here’s what you’ll learn: - How to be your company’s best salesperson. - Building and managing your first sales team. - Mastering pipeline management, forecasting, and customer success. - Scaling with clear sales models and repeatable processes. Packed with practical tips like the “give-to-get” sales process and tools for product-market fit, this guide is a must-read for founders aiming to scale smarter. Read now and level up! ?? #StartupSales #B2BSales #FoundersPlaybook

Highlights from the recent TechCrunch #Disrupt event: Kirin Kalia joined Nathan Beckord to share top networking tips for founders! Set a clear goal, stay curious, and be genuine when connecting. Even a simple “What brings you here?” can spark rewarding conversations. And remember, putting down your phone signals openness and approachability. Small shifts like these can lead to relevant connections. What’s your go-to networking tip? #Founders #Networking #VCTips

?? Dreaming of launching a startup but not sure if it’s your next move? Harj Taggar from Y Combinator dives into the traits that define resilient founders and offers practical advice for getting started—from finding co-founders to building side projects that fuel your passion. Whether you’re on the fence or preparing to take the leap, this video is packed with insights on turning ideas into reality. Founders, check it out: bit.ly/48H1XcC

The Founder’s Guide to Startup Funding by Standard Ledger - Funding Stages: Learn when to use bootstrapping, angel investors, VCs, and more. - Options Explained: Explore friends and family, grants, crowdfunding, and equity rounds. - Investor Prep: Key steps to refine your pitch and organize finances. Thanks to Rubén D. for sharing this resource! Read the full guide below.

Know what you want—whether it’s investors or customers—and let that guide your game plan. Don’t assume people will make time for you. Build rapport ahead of the event!" - Kirin Kalia at TechCrunch #Disrupt with Nathan Beckord. #TechCrunchDisrupt #startups #venturecapital #entrepreneurship

Jack Kuveke brings humor and insight to the world of startups with his satire project, Jabroni Capital. In this piece, he shares lessons from his journey—from building Minecraft servers to launching Hoodle. Learn Jack’s seven top tips for successful fundraising, including crafting simple pitches and building urgency. Read the full article below!

?? Understanding Market Sizing for Founders Market sizing is crucial for showing investors the potential of your startup. Here's what to keep in mind: - Big markets create big opportunities. - Use a simple bottom-up approach (number of customers x average revenue). - Estimate your market size for 5+ years into the future. Thanks to Sahil S. for sharing this helpful guide! Read the full report below. #Startups #MarketSizing #Founders #VC