Seed-stage valuation, realistic methods when the track record doesn’t dictate yet
Valuing a seed-stage company is not about “guessing” what it is worth, but about agreeing on a reasonable entry price today, knowing that the real value will be demonstrated through the milestones of the next 12 to 18 months. The problem is clear: there is no stable income statement yet, the product may still be […]
Building a strong brand: the secret to standing out in the market
In today’s business environment, where competition is increasingly intense and products are growing ever more similar, building a strong brand has become a determining factor for commercial success. A brand is not simply a logo or a name, but the set of perceptions, emotions, and experiences that consumers associate with a product or service. This […]
5 keys to managing talent with a strategic vision in 2026
Talent management no longer depends solely on intuition or experience as it did a few years ago. Today, companies that want to grow sustainably must incorporate new working models, technology, and data analysis to attract, retain, and develop the people who are part of the project. Looking ahead to 2026, the difference between attracting talent […]
Content that sells: how to create stories that inspire action
Narrative has always been a fundamental tool for connecting with people, but in today’s context of digital marketing and corporate communication, storytelling has become a strategic necessity. The content that truly sells is not that which simply informs about a product or service, but that which creates an emotional connection and inspires the audience to […]
Shareholder agreements, vetoes, drag-along and tag-along
In a seed round, the shareholders agreement is where much of the future relationship is decided, even if the company is still small. The investor’s goal is usually to protect their investment and ensure clear exit rules. The founding team’s goal is to preserve operational agility and avoid getting blocked on day-to-day decisions. Good negotiation […]
Myths that kill startups, growth, team, marketing, and cash flow: the most common mistakes
Most startups don’t fail for lack of ideas, but because of myths that become operational truths. These are phrases that sound good, get repeated in conversations and, without realising it, guide decisions. The problem is that they tend to push teams to spend before the time is right, to hire poorly, or to chase metrics […]
Digital advertising campaigns: from creativity to return on investment
Digital advertising has radically transformed the marketing landscape in recent decades, becoming a fundamental pillar for companies seeking to maximise their reach and optimise their financial resources. The evolution from the static banners of the nineties to today’s sophisticated programmatic campaigns demonstrates a paradigm shift in which creativity and economic profitability must converge in a […]
Information rights: what reporting is reasonable to promise at seed
In a seed stage investment, information rights are the balance point between two legitimate needs. The investor needs visibility to protect their investment and provide informed guidance. The founding team needs focus and speed to execute. Promising “large company” reporting when you’re still building product, market, and processes ends up generating friction, unintentional breaches, and, […]
Communicating Identity: How to Convey Your Brand’s Values
In a market saturated with commercial messages, a company’s ability to communicate its distinctive values authentically and coherently has become a critical success factor. Brand identity is not simply a logo or a slogan, but rather the set of perceptions, emotions, and associations that customers develop over time. Transmitting these values effectively requires a conscious […]
Roadmap and focus, prioritization by impact and effort, and opportunity cost
In a startup, the roadmap is not a task list; it is a continuous process of decisions about what you will not work on. When the team is small, the greatest risk is not making the wrong bet, but spreading yourself across several minor bets that do not change the outcome. For this reason, prioritisation […]
