Are down rounds the new bridge round?
With higher interest rates and a tighter investment climate, many startups are facing the prospect of raising funds at lower valuations than their previous rounds.
SeedLegals vs FounderCatalyst: which funding platform to choose
Explore the services and features available on SeedLegals and FounderCatalyst. We compare prices and the level of suppor...
How to value a pre-revenue company and what metrics to show investors
For any company, it’s never easy to land on a valuation figure. And when your company is early stage, and especially whe...
Should you join a startup accelerator? Advice from a top EU accelerator
An honest guide from top accelerator founder Paul Finch on what to look for in an accelerator programme, why join, when ...
Investor outreach: how to write a perfect cold email, and more expert tips
Learn how to perfect cold outreach and become a magnet for investors to find you. Includes cold email example & tips fro...
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Brand strategy: Making your company and product stand out from the crowd
Branding is crucial for any business and extends beyond superficial elements like logos or images. It deeply connects wi...
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Why startups and scaleups need to care about data protection (and it's not for the reasons you might think)
Is GDPR only something mature companies should care about? In this post, data protection expert Ben Martin makes the cas...
Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, SOC 2… When you need them, how to do them
The importance of cyber security seems obvious, but does your business truly require costly information security certifi...
Choosing an SIC code for your company
When you incorporate a company on Companies House you have to pick an SIC code. In this video we explain what an SIC cod...
Spring Budget 2024: Will the changes affect your business?
On 6 March Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt announced the Spring Budget, which he called a ‘budget for long-term ...
Hiring outside the UK? How to build your remote team
Why pay London salaries when you can hire people globally! It’s tempting, but will a remote team be as effective a...
David beating Goliath: How to win against big competitors
Looking to disrupt existing markets? Trying to compete with huge companies that currently dominate your industry? Lookin...
Can I close my company and start a new one doing the same thing?
Sometimes things just aren’t working out and it’s time to close the company. That’s okay… but is...
