When the recession hit, many VCs urged founders to cut their marketing costs. On the face of it, this is an effective way to extend runway while cutting costs. After several months, we’ve learned that cutting marketing budgets can make early-stage startups healthier, but it’s also a great way for VCs to reduce burn rates across their portfolios. As Rebecca Szkutak reports this week, more SaaS startups ignore this advice than follow it. If someone gives you free business advice, it’s probably for their own benefit. In business, if someone…
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Hiring or Retaining? • TechCrunch
Hello and welcome back to Equity, the startup business podcast, where we unpack the numbers and nuances behind the headlines. this week, Alex and Natasha discuss the latest and greatest of this consuming news cycle. Our goal with the show, as always, is to go beyond what you see in 140 characters. [insert big story here]. And in today’s recording? That wasn’t hard at all. We started from our good news section: 1) Now valued at $1.35 billion, Maven is answering the nation’s most pressing need: more maternity benefits and…
The Most Important Winter Construction Site Safety Tips
Cold temperatures, ice, and snow increase hazards on construction sites. That’s why construction workers must take additional safety precautions during the winter. Continue reading to learn the most important winter construction site safety tips. Heated Break Area Spending too much time outdoors in frigid temperatures isn’t healthy. That’s why construction workers must have a heated break area. Employees should take frequent breaks to warm up and rejuvenate their bodies before getting back to work in the cold. This is the safest way to stay warm and healthy. Clearing Ice and…
Response to Drishyam 2 STUNS the industry; 12:30 am and 6:00 am shows make a COMEBACK thanks to the Ajay Devgn starrer! : Bollywood News
Drishyam 2 released today and the response in the cinemas has astonished the industry, exhibitors and trade experts alike. Everyone expected the Ajay Devgn starrer to open well but many lowered their opening day number predictions, considering how several films underperformed in the last few months. Drishyam 2 thankfully stood out and has exceeded expectations. Response to Drishyam 2 STUNS the industry; 12:30 am and 6:00 am shows make a COMEBACK thanks to the Ajay Devgn starrer! The demand is such that exhibitors have been compelled to add late night,…
3 Helpful Ergonomic Tips for Retail Business Owners
When visualizing the ideal retail store interior, it’s easy to think about high-end technology and dedicated team members who will help carry out daily operations. Additionally, you may also consider how you can make retail front-end tasks like scanning and bagging customer items easier for your staff. Ergonomics isn’t solely about having the right equipment and technology to facilitate operations; it’s also about following best practices to reduce discomfort while working. Here are three helpful ergonomic tips for business owners to try in their workplace. Provide Anti-Fatigue Mats Standing while…
Commercial Property Building Upgrades To Consider
Owning commercial property is an amazing investment, but it really only works in your favor if you take care of the property. Neglecting it is a quick way to lose value on your investment. Aside from maintaining the property, it’s important to find new ways to update and improve the building. Here are some commercial property building upgrades to consider. Safe Spaces Regardless of the purpose of your building, wellness centers and safe spaces are essential for everyone’s well-being. These areas supply a common comfort that people rarely have time…
Tips for Safe Battery Storage in Your Home
Every household uses batteries, but despite this, many people don’t know how to safely store them. Some people grew up hearing that they should store batteries in the refrigerator to help prolong their lifespan, while others shove batteries into any spare drawer in the house. No matter what kind of batteries you use, from big ones for a portable oxygen concentrator to AAs for a TV remote, you need to know how to safely store batteries in your home. Keep reading to get some helpful tips. Store Away From Children…
Fund Sweetwood Ventures has a big bet on VC small funds.
Although older venture capital firms continue to raise bigger and bigger funds, LPs may have more luck focusing on smaller things. Amit Kurz, general partner of Israel-based Sweetwood Ventures Fund, thinks so. He told TechCrunch that last year he started seeing more and more small funds that he had never seen at the main tables of the tournament. While these “nano” funds weren’t the main funding for Sweetwood’s $70 million thesis, he thought it was worth finding a way to support them. “I was really excited about how we could…
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How much tax do you pay when you sell your company? • TechCrunch
Peyton Carr is a financial advisor to founders, entrepreneurs and their families, helping them with planning and investing. He is the Managing Director of Keystone Global Partners. More posts by this contributor With a Section 1045 rollover, founders can save QSBS up to 5 years earlier. Advanced tax strategies for startup founders When the founder They sell their company, its value gets a lot of attention. But the heavy focus on valuation often results in consideration of the taxes that shareholders and stakeholders pay after the sale. After exiting, some…