Startup Guides

A practical, step-by-step guide for startup founders on designing and implementing an effective sales funnel to convert prospects into paying customers.

A detailed, actionable guide for startup founders on converting early adopters through pilots, discounts, and incentives to build a strong initial customer base.

A practical, step-by-step guide for startup founders on leveraging cold outreach and lead generation tools like Apollo, Instantly, and Hunter.io to build a strong sales pipeline.

A detailed, practical guide for startup founders on selecting, setting up, and using CRM tools like HubSpot, Notion, and Pipedrive to manage sales pipelines and grow customer relationships.

A clear, practical guide for founders to understand and evaluate long-term exit strategies including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and staying private.

A founder’s guide to understanding when to bootstrap and when to raise money, including decision criteria, tools, and examples from real startups.

Learn how to accurately calculate Customer Lifetime Value using churn or lifespan data to make informed business decisions and drive growth.

A step-by-step practical guide for startup founders to accurately forecast revenue, runway, burn rate, customer acquisition cost, and lifetime value using real-world tools and examples.

A clear, actionable guide for founders on how and why to open a dedicated business bank account to keep finances organized, protect liability status, and build business credit.

A founder’s guide to understanding when to bootstrap and when to raise money, including decision criteria, tools, and examples from real startups.

A practical step-by-step guide for startup founders on how to approach investors, build genuine relationships, and increase the chances of successful fundraising through warm introductions and strategic communication.

Learn how to accurately calculate Customer Lifetime Value using churn or lifespan data to make informed business decisions and drive growth.

A step-by-step practical guide for startup founders to accurately forecast revenue, runway, burn rate, customer acquisition cost, and lifetime value using real-world tools and examples.

A practical guide for startup founders on calculating Customer Lifetime Value (LTV) using churn and lifespan data, crucial for making informed business decisions.

A practical step-by-step guide for startup founders on how to approach investors, build genuine relationships, and increase the chances of successful fundraising through warm introductions and strategic communication.

A practical and detailed guide for new founders on how to come up with a business idea by observing problems, identifying patterns, and validating real needs.

A practical step-by-step guide for founders on how to uncover real-world problems, spot gaps in the market, and assess business opportunities using direct observation, interviews, and SWOT analysis.

An actionable guide for startup founders on how to validate a business idea by running interviews, surveys, and lightweight landing pages to test real market demand before building anything.

A clear and practical guide to help startup founders assess their market using TAM, SAM, SOM models, analyze growth trends, and understand customer behavior with real tools and examples.

A practical, step-by-step guide for startup founders on leveraging cold outreach and lead generation tools like Apollo, Instantly, and Hunter.io to build a strong sales pipeline.

A beginner-friendly, actionable guide to help startup founders understand and plan for key business taxes including income, self-employment, and sales tax.

A clear, actionable guide for founders on how and why to open a dedicated business bank account to keep finances organized, protect liability status, and build business credit.

A step-by-step guide for startup founders on choosing the right legal structure (LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp) based on liability protection, tax implications, and funding goals.

A detailed guide to help startup founders navigate the complex but essential process of applying for business licenses and permits based on industry and location.

A hands-on guide for startup founders to research competitors, study their strengths and weaknesses, and find positioning opportunities by digging into real data from pricing pages, reviews, and user feedback.

A clear and practical guide to help startup founders assess their market using TAM, SAM, SOM models, analyze growth trends, and understand customer behavior with real tools and examples.

A practical and detailed guide for startup founders on how to identify and define customer segments using interviews, persona creation, and behavior research to guide product and go-to-market decisions.

An actionable guide for startup founders to build a strong brand identity and create messaging that clearly communicates their value to the right audience.

A clear and detailed guide for startup founders on how to create a practical marketing plan by choosing the right channels, aligning messaging, and building sustainable growth through organic, paid, and partnership strategies.

A tactical guide for founders to successfully launch their startup using email lists, Product Hunt, early access, and media outreach to build momentum and get noticed.

A practical guide for founders on choosing the right pricing model for their product, including freemium, cost-plus, and value-based pricing with real-world tools and tactics.

Learn how to accurately calculate Customer Lifetime Value using churn or lifespan data to make informed business decisions and drive growth.

A practical guide for startup founders on calculating Customer Lifetime Value (LTV) using churn and lifespan data, crucial for making informed business decisions.

A practical step-by-step guide for new founders on defining company values, creating a strong culture, and documenting systems early to build a scalable and resilient startup.

A hands-on guide for startup founders to effectively manage cash flow, track runway, and create practical budgets using real-world tools and examples.

A step-by-step guide for new founders on improving operational efficiency by automating workflows, using tools like Zapier, Airtable, and Notion, and streamlining everyday tasks to save time and reduce errors.

A practical, step-by-step guide for new founders on how to grow their startup team by hiring strategically, prioritizing generalists, and building a strong culture that supports rapid growth.

A step-by-step guide for startup founders on choosing the right legal structure (LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp) based on liability protection, tax implications, and funding goals.

A clear, actionable guide for startup founders on how to write a practical business plan that aligns vision, market, financials, and milestones without wasting time on fluff.

A detailed, practical guide to help startup founders build their early team or hire contractors, covering platforms, evaluation tips, and onboarding best practices.

A detailed and practical guide for startup founders on choosing the right technology stack or vendor, whether using no-code tools or traditional development.

A practical, no-fluff guide for startup founders on how to build a Minimum Viable Product that focuses on solving a real problem for real users, with examples, tools, and decision-making tips.

A hands-on guide for startup founders to identify and define their ideal target customer through real interviews, personas, and behavior mapping to improve product-market fit and messaging.

A practical, step-by-step guide for startup founders on designing and implementing an effective sales funnel to convert prospects into paying customers.

A detailed, actionable guide for startup founders on converting early adopters through pilots, discounts, and incentives to build a strong initial customer base.

A practical, step-by-step guide for startup founders on leveraging cold outreach and lead generation tools like Apollo, Instantly, and Hunter.io to build a strong sales pipeline.

A detailed, practical guide for startup founders on selecting, setting up, and using CRM tools like HubSpot, Notion, and Pipedrive to manage sales pipelines and grow customer relationships.

A beginner-friendly, actionable guide to help startup founders understand and plan for key business taxes including income, self-employment, and sales tax.

A detailed guide to help startup founders navigate the complex but essential process of applying for business licenses and permits based on industry and location.

A tactical guide for startup founders on how to prepare for scale by building systems, structuring the team, and creating repeatable processes that can grow with the company.

A practical and actionable guide for founders on creating lasting businesses with recurring revenue, strong customer retention, and a clear mission.

A clear, practical guide for founders to understand and evaluate long-term exit strategies including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and staying private.

A detailed, practical guide for startup founders on selecting, setting up, and using CRM tools like HubSpot, Notion, and Pipedrive to manage sales pipelines and grow customer relationships.

An actionable guide for startup founders on how to validate a business idea by running interviews, surveys, and lightweight landing pages to test real market demand before building anything.