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What Do I Look at to Manage My Company in its Early Stages?
What Do I Look at to Manage My Company in its Early Stages? “Though it’s cold and lonely in the deep dark night I can see paradise by the dashboard...
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Revenue Recognition of Research Revenue for Broker-Dealers
Revenue Recognition of Research Revenue for Broker-Dealers Some broker-dealers are providing research services to their clients where the client ultimately decides if and when to pay, and how much they...
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What is an Exit Plan?
What is an Exit Plan? “We’ve Gotta Get Out Of This Place” – classic 1965 song by The Animals I have come to expect the “exit” question from my mature...
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Congratulations; You Got Funded – Now What?
Congratulations; You Got Funded – Now What? “The future ain’t what it used to be.” famous quote by Yogi Berra The closing of an early round of funding is certainly...
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Ownership Style Options for Key Employees
Ownership Style Options for Key Employees “I don’t like your cuffs, I don’t like your cuffs, I don’t like your cuffs . . . .” Line by Béarnaise from Mel...
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Your Business Plan; Are You Making a Living or a Killing?
Your Business Plan; Are You Making a Living or a Killing? “Go ahead. Make my day.” Harry Callahan (Dirty Harry) – from the movie Sudden Impact I get the opportunity...
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Kids in the business- Can it work?
Kids in the business- Can it work? “Kids suck” quote from James Beaudette – my very close friend Jim and I have been friends for over 30 years. We first...
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Change of Control – Revisited
Change of Control – Revisited Cardinal Ximinez: “Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition! Our chief weapon is surprise, surprise and fear, fear and surprise. Our *two* weapons are fear and surprise,...
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It Does Not Say That; Does It?
It Does Not Say That; Does It? “The devil is in the details.” – quote with various attributions As I reflect on what has been keeping me so busy these...
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Show Me The Money – The Question Early Stage Fund Seekers Are Afraid to Ask
Show Me The Money – The Question Early Stage Fund Seekers Are Afraid to Ask “Fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the joy of giving.” Quote from Henry A....