Start a Company How to come up with a winning startup idea. Don't solve random problems. Instead, work out where the overlap is between what you're good at, what you know better than almost anyone else, and what you're passionate about. If there is no obvious overlap, take a breath and work out how to create one.
Start a Company Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em. If any founders out there are thinking about quitting, please don't automatically assume it's the worst possible option for you. Only you can decide when this chapter ends, so don't forget to look after number one.
Start a Company Solo founder or cofounder - what's better? If you're thinking about launching a company, you may be debating whether to go it alone or try to find a cofounder. So what's the best option?
Start a Company How to avoid a startup train-wreck. There are many different ways to launch a startup, and, unfortunately, most of them lead to failure. In this article we've tried to distill the process our founders go through into 15 steps.
Start a Company 9 tips for struggling CEOs by Eric Partaker. From creating predictable sales growth to fundraising, here are nine of the most frequently discussed business challenges, described by leading CEO coach, Eric Partaker.
Start a Company How to build high-performing teams. "We hire you for your opinions." How Reed Hastings, Marc Randolph, Ted Sarandos and the Netflix executive team created a winning culture of performance.
Start a Company What is burn rate and how do you manage it? The importance of managing burn rate and implementing effective budgeting practices cannot be overstated for early-stage startups. These are fundamental skills for anyone operating a business. Here are some practical tips on what it is and how to do it.
Start a Company Everything you need to know about selling a sub-$50 million SaaS company. Chris Kern has been doing M&A deals for the last 20 years. In a recent podcast with entrepreneur and show host, Greg Head, he gave a brilliant summary of the do's and don'ts for SaaS founders working towards a sub-$50m acquisition.
Start a Company If you could incorporate your company anywhere, why pick Singapore? Thanks to a thriving international business ecosystem, we believe companies incorporated in Singapore have a head start through access to regional markets, funding, talent, and a favourable regulatory environment. For anyone willing to relocate, it's also a fantastic place to call home.
Start a Company Meetings should create value not be a distraction. Here's how. if you're running a startup or small business, you may be wondering how you create systems to create efficiency and reduce distraction. How you manage internal meetings can be a great place to start. Here's how we do it.
Start a Company Why do so many people want to become a startup CEO? Being a startup CEO is a lonely, complex, and often unfulfilling job, so why do so many people yearn for it, and is there a better way? We think there is.
Start a Company Future founders, do this before resigning. Too many founders quit their day job too soon. There are many simple steps you can take that can save you months of wasted time, giving your startup a headstart and saving you thousands. Here are some examples.
Start a Company What do 2nd-time founders do that 1st-time founders don't? What do second-time founders do differently from first-time founders? Here's a list of 6 differences in approach between those who've been there and those who haven't.
Start a Company How to reward startup advisors - a framework. It's easy to hand out equity in your startup and impossible to get it back. Here are some tips on how to manage startup advisor relationships, and how to reward advisors based on performance.
Start a Company Are the best entrepreneurs risk takers or risk averse? Although there are successful founders of all kinds, research shows that being more risk averse may increase your chances of success by up to one third. Here's what you can do to avoid unnecessary risks.
Start a Company 4 ways to go from idea to startup. Many first-time founders assume that VCs are out there just waiting to be bowled over by their idea, but the reality is quite different. VCs generally want to back companies that are already proven. Not ideas. So what are the options?
Start a Company What should first-time founders know about shares and legal docs? If you're setting up a company, talk to a lawyer. The information below does not constitute legal advice and represents the views and opinions of the author, James Green only. Nothing expressed here should be construed as the view or opinion of DQventures, or as legal advice of any kind.
Start a Company The best founders I know share these 4 characteristics. Some of my investment companies have come close to perishing. The key factor was founder ability, tenacity, and creativity. Getting to the next level, however, required leadership. Here are four factors that separate the good from the great.
Start a Company Startups: no-budget sales and marketing on LinkedIn. Every founder knows that, when they get started, they have no budget for marketing. So how do you go from zero to one? How do you get the first users for your product? Here's how we've done it.
Start a Company What do startup employees expect from their share options? What do employees expect from the share options they receive, and what questions might they be asking? This article is designed to help startup owners and employees find an options scheme that works for everyone.
Start a Company Founders, don't ignore your health and wellbeing. Founders getting burned out is a bad thing, all round - bad for the company, bad for investors, bad for team mates, and bad for the founder. It may feel counter-intuitive, but founders should not spend every waking hour on the business. Enjoy the journey, and you'll be capable of much more.
Start a Company Building a community as a marketing channel. For founders, building a community can be a great tool for marketing, fundraising, becoming a thought leader, and creating options for yourself should things not work out. Don't spend money on PR; build your personal brand instead.
Start a Company Beware! This is how startup life REALLY looks. Kayode Odeleye is a senior banker-turned-founder. He's gone from wealthy banker to someone who hasn't earned a cent in 18 months. Kayode is the epitome of the person we, at DQ, want to help.
Start a Company Investor update template. Here's a tried and tested template for investor updates. Borrow it, steal it, tweak it, make it your own. Your investors will thank you!
Start a Company How should you update investors? Somehow I've managed to accumulate shares in 88 private companies, and I've launched 4 investor-backed companies of my own. Here's what I've learned about investor updates.
